These l shaped lengths of metal flashing attach to the edge of the roof under the shingles with roofing nails.
Nails in gutter after roof.
They angle down over the inner edge of the gutter eliminating any gaps between the.
Always set the nails back close to the edge of the roof leg.
It can be done.
When combined with the drip edge spacing the shingles will clear the fascia by 3 4 1 1 4 total.
In some locations it is acceptable for the roof shingles to line up with the drip edge.
Once free slide the drip edge out and discard.
2 pry up with a cat s paw or nail puller the nails in the drip edge s bottom flange where it.
This will create damage on your roof shingles and therefore the shingles will no longer do their job at protecting your home properly from the intrusion of water.
Gently lift up the shingles on the edge of the roof and locate the nails holding the existing drip edge onto.
Use a flat pry bar and hammer to pry the nails out of the drip edge gently.
Nailing into the roof.
However when permitted it is best to have the roof shingles hang over the drip edge by a minimum of 1 4 and a maximum of 3 4.
Avoid placing nails within 1 1 2 of the roof edge.
Gutter nails or spikes used to hold rain gutters in place can work themselves loose with seasonal movement.