How To Install Ice Barrier On Roof

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How to install ice barrier on roof. Help prevent leaks caused by wind driven rain and ice dams. Install the ice barrier membrane according to the manufacturer s instructions with the drip edge installed on top of the membrane then install regular roofing underlayment tar paper over the top of the drip edge and over the ice barrier and continuing all the way up the roof. As seen in m. Once in place follow by flashing the rakes.

A couple of examples of how far up the slope of the roof the ice barrier membrane must be installed. Ice dams are a serious issue for homeowners and roofing professionals in cold climates or even where occasional snow may fall. 6 pitch roof with a 12 in. Then apply along the eaves.

Ice dams are formed by the continuous melting and freezing of snow due to heat escaping from the house or from a backup of frozen slush from the rain gutters the melted water flows under the snow and freezes as it reaches the unheated soffit area at the eaves thus. Overhang and a 2 6 exterior wall. 47 inches up the roof slope from the drip edge. Overhang and a 2 6 exterior wall.

Get the real story about drip edge placement. 8 pitch roof with a 12 in. Get automatic lifetime protection on your entire gaf roofing system when you install any gaf lifetime shingle and at least 3 qualifying gaf accessories you ll automatically get a lifetime. See the benefits of leak barriers.

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