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Expert: - 11/4/2009


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expose rafter tails
Thank you very much for sending the diagram, that is helpful.
I've been looking for exactly that, but mostly find information with soffits. The attic will be unvented so I don't need the expense of soffits, although it would look nicer. It's all about the budget. I've sent a photo to show the rafter tails. Instead of nailing the Miratech to the roof decking, I nail into the rafter tail, correct? And do I nail the drip edge at all or just position into the gutter?

Thanks Again,
Marie
Marie

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Marie, yes nail into the rafter tails.  If you can create some additional blocking between the rafters (like a 2x4 on edge nailed to the rafters, it will provide additional nailing for the fascia.  Regular drip edge does not need to and probably won't go into the gutter, it's great if it does, but you will probably want something wtih a longer leg.  The drip edge usually is used more to  hide the edge of the decking.  The shingles need to overhang the drip edge and fascia to allow water into the gutter.
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    CommentExcellent in explanation. Sending diagram extra nice.


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