Flashing Not Covering Fascia Gutter

Home centers sell rolls of 6 in.

Flashing not covering fascia gutter.

If there s a drip edge installed where the fascia meets your shingles and the gutter is hung below the drip edge get some roll flashing and tuck it up under the drip edge and over the top of the gutter. The fascia on the lower parts of the roof other than the gable are usually covered up by a gutter. Gutter flashing can be pre manufactured in a various array of widths and lengths but can be customized to fit your specific roof. Home centers sell rolls of 6 in.

Use tin snips to cut the gutter apron flashing roll in two 3 in. Gutter flashing helps direct rainwater into the gutters while preventing water damage to your soffit and fascia. Gutter flashing is typically made from plastic vinyl or aluminum material. The reduced overhang is even more of any issue on old fascia boards that are warped and buckled it s best to remove them.

In other words they prevent water from backing up behind the gutter and then leaking into the fascia and soffits. The decorative trim under the roof is not covered up with flashing. Edge of asphalt roofing extends above bed mold trim. Use tin snips to cut the gutter apron flashing roll in two 3 in.

This is a known issue that is directly caused by capping over the fascia instead of doing a proper job and replacing it.