Avoid placing nails within 1 1 2 of the roof edge.
Nails in gutter after roof.
It can be done.
Some homeowners think it is necessary to nail the gutter guard into either on top of or just beneath the roof s shingles.
In some locations it is acceptable for the roof shingles to line up with the drip edge.
Nailing into the roof.
These l shaped lengths of metal flashing attach to the edge of the roof under the shingles with roofing nails.
Once free slide the drip edge out and discard.
Gently lift up the shingles on the edge of the roof and locate the nails holding the existing drip edge onto.
They angle down over the inner edge of the gutter eliminating any gaps between the.
Lower the gutter with the aid of an assistant so you avoid twisting it if you plan to reuse it.
When combined with the drip edge spacing the shingles will clear the fascia by 3 4 1 1 4 total.
Always set the nails back close to the edge of the roof leg.
Gutter nails or spikes used to hold rain gutters in place can work themselves loose with seasonal movement.
However when permitted it is best to have the roof shingles hang over the drip edge by a minimum of 1 4 and a maximum of 3 4.
2 pry up with a cat s paw or nail puller the nails in the drip edge s bottom flange where it.