What goes on first roof or gutters?

While it is usually best to have a new gutter system installed after your roof, sometimes this is not possible. If your gutters are damaged or ineffective, you may have no other choice but to have them installed before your new roofing system.

Should you replace gutters when replacing roof?

Do your gutters need to be removed during a roof replacement? Most customers usually replace their gutters when they replace their roof. However, if your gutters are fairly new or the material's integrity is holding strong, you probably aren't replacing them during your roof replacement.

Do gutters go under shingles?

Other gutter guard systems require installation under your first row of shingles. This can break your roof's water barrier, leading to costly water damage down the road. If a gutter guard requires you to lift your roof shingles — avoid it at all costs.

How far above roof should gutters?

The gutter should be installed as close to the shingles as possible; no more than 2 or 3 inches. If the gutter distance is more than 3 inches, the rain will run off the roof and won't drain properly.

What comes first roof or siding?

If you establish that your roof also needs work or a replacement, then make sure that the roof replacement is done before the siding replacement. There are some elements, like flashings, that will integrate into the roof and siding, which, if done on the sidings first, would almost create double work.

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Do gutters go on before siding?

Although inefficient windows and siding will not typically cause any immediate damage to the home, it does make sense to do them before the gutters.

How far should siding be from roof?

In both headwall and sidewall conditions, unless the exterior wall is brick, you should see a gap of at least 1½ inches between the bottom of the exterior wall-covering material and the top of the roof-covering material. You'll often see exterior wall coverings installed right down on top of the shingles.

Should gutters be flush with roof?

The gutter should extend slightly past your roof's shingles. 3/4 of your gutter's width should stick beyond the shingles to catch all the water and lead it properly down the downspouts. The gutter should be between 2 and 3 inches away from the roof's edge.

Should gutters go over or under drip edge?

It is recommended that gutters are placed under or 'behind' the drip edge of your roof. A drip edge refers to a component that hangs over the roof and has an outward projecting lower edge.

How far should shingles hang over gutters?

Most shingle manufacturers recommend a 1/4 to 3/8 inch overhang over your eave, which is where your roof ends by your gutter. In many cases, and particularly as the home ages and settles, the roof edge at the eave edge can wave in and out by more than this amount.

How should gutters be installed?

Can you install drip edge after shingles?

The most popular time to install a drip edge is when new shingles are installed. However, the drip edge can be installed at any time. The materials involved include: a ladder, a flat pry bar, a hammer, tin snips, eave stripping, and galvanized roofing nails.

What is included in roof replacement?

How often should gutters be replaced?

How often you replace your gutters varies based on the weather conditions in your region, however, routine maintenance can extend their lifespan. Typically, galvanized steel or aluminum gutters have an average life expectancy of 20 years, while copper gutters can last as long as 50 years.

How long do gutters last on a house?

On paper, when they're maintained and properly cared for, rain gutters can last for at least 20 years. But in addition to proper care and maintenance, there are other factors that play a role in gutter longevity. One is the gutter material.

Why does water go behind my gutters?

Water Gets Behind the Gutter

If water is dripping behind your gutter, it's probably because it was installed without any flashing over the back of the gutter. The gutter apron will prevent the dripping. A gutter apron is a bent piece of flashing that tucks up under the shingles and over the gutter.

How high should gutters be on fascia?

Mark the highest point of the gutter run on the fascia 1 ¼ inches below the metal drip-edge flashing (on the extra-wide fascia shown here, the gutter is lower down).

What is the difference between 5-inch and 6-inch gutters?

6-inch gutters can handle almost 50% more water than 5-inch gutters. They are installed with bigger 3”x4” downspouts for better water management. 6-inch gutters are less likely to get clogged up because they can handle more water flow, and they come with a bigger outlet.

Do gutters attach to fascia?

Quality gutter installation usually makes use of fascia gutter brackets. These should be attached through fascia into rafter tails, rather than to just the fascia, for a secure and long-lasting installation.

What is the correct fall for guttering?

The 'fall' is the measurement by which the gutter drops to allow water to drain towards the outlet downpipes. Many plumbers guidelines recommend a ratio of around 1:500 (which is roughly 20mm for every 5m of guttering).

Should siding touch the roof?

You should not let your shingles and your siding touch. The biggest reason to allow some space between your siding and shingles is to avoid moisture trapping. Siding is frequently paired with a porous material, like wood, that traps paint better, as well as trapping water.

What is L flashing on a roof?

L shaped flashing is a versatile, general use flashing used where a uniform or strengthened finish is needed on a 90° surface. Made with 28-Gauge galvanized steel, L-Flashing can play an essential part in protecting your home against water damage. L-Flashing can be cut into smaller lengths to use as step flashing.

What is more expensive siding or roof?

The average increase in home value for a new roof varies, but usually it's in the $10,000 to $20,000 range. New Hardie siding can raise the average home value by more than $10,000.