Gable End Flashing For Metal Roof

Points to the white aluminum drip edge installed at the lower roof edge.

Gable end flashing for metal roof.

It s very important to make sure that you grab the z channel that s below and make sure that you re in the outside leg of the z channel. Gable trim designed to finish off the edge of the roof gable or rake. It should match the eave flashing that extends along the drip edge of the roof. Striations and bends on the flashing provide strength and match the lines of your other edge trims.

Click to enlarge any image green arrow. Gable rake flashing is a professional trim product that covers the exposed ends of metal roofing panels resulting in a neater appearance. If the panel is allowed to hang over the gable end eave flashing can be used instead. With the end wall flashing in place i use stitch screws to attach it to the z trim and to the gable trim.

Drip edge is also sold in brown. From left to right. Our photo illustrates several details of roof drip edge eaves flashing and gable end flashing at an asphalt shingle re roof job we documented in dutchess county new york. Butyl tape between the trim and the panel eliminates leaks.

The gable trim combined with sealant provides a watertight seal for your roof system. Without gable rake flashing protection wind driven rain can begin to rot the fascia and roof deck. I m going to install one between each panel directly in the center.