What drip edge does
- Directs water into the gutter trough, not behind it
- Protects fascia and roof deck edge from capillary wicking
- Supports shingle edge at the eave on code-compliant installs
What we see on older homes
Gutters nailed through old shingles with no drip edge, or drip edge tucked behind gutter hangers so water runs behind.
After ice dam seasons, the fascia shows the damage before the homeowner notices from the ground.
Fix it on reroof or gutter day
Roof replacement is the cleanest time to install correct drip edge and ice & water at the eave.
Gutter replacement without addressing drip edge repeats the same rot cycle.