Installing Starter Strip On Roof

To make your own use the flat.

Installing starter strip on roof.

The nails are 1 1 2 to 3 above the bottom edge of the roof. Align this side close to the lowest part of the roof. This should leave you with about 1 2 of the shingle left. Before peeling the shingle starter strip trim about 4 inches off an end of the first starter strip and align the strip to the area you are planning to stick it on.

Gaf mastering the roof chapter 09 this video demonstrates the proper installation technique for gaf starter strips. Detailed installation of starter strip shingles at the valleys and hips. A superior alternative to starter shi. Notice where the nails are placed on these special starter strips.

You will want the roof granular side up when applying the strip. Following the manufacturer s directions. The end should overhang over the edge about 1 4 to 3 4 of an inch. To begin installing the first shingles on your roof cut off the three tabs on the shingle.

Quick installation tips for how to install gaf starter strip shingles on a roof. You can either purchase starter strips or make your own by cutting shingles to size. The half width full length starter strip is nailed with a 1 4 to 1 1 4 overhang past the drip edge or roof edge. It s not complicated and you do not ne.

Installation of the manufacturer s starter shingle is convenient and is the best product to use as the starter course. Gaf pro series starter strip shingles valley hip install.