Skylights can trap water and the frame seals can crack and form leaks.
Fixing roof overhang.
Step by step how to repair a roof edge finding the damage.
Soffit and fascia repair 1.
Once you have established how much the roof sag needs to be jacked up lay a 2x4 plate across the ceiling joists and nail directly under the ridge of the roof.
Pry the narrow shingle mold from the fascia using a flat bar.
Replace them with rubber washered screws.
You might be tempted to throw caulk at the problem but that solution won t last long.
Head to your local construction supply store and purchase enough flashing to cover the sides of your overhang.
Installing and protecting the new materials 1.
Purchase enough drip edge flashing to cover the overhang.
Remove the rotted section of fascia.
Pull down to remove the old soffit.
Apply a coat of weatherproofing sealant to wood fascia and soffits.
Then use ice melt product per manufacturer s instructions.
Also look for pulled or missing nails at the base s bottom edge.
If you can get or make brackets long enough yes screw them to the wall.
Any damaged plywood should be replaced.
Be careful not to damage any nearby roof shingles or flashing.
Cut out the damaged section with a circular saw.
Check for cracked housings on plastic roof vents and broken seams on metal ones.
Consider investing in a roof heat cable to prevent future issues.
Attach the new soffit.
Before you put the new roofing components in.
I have the same problem but in my case the roof sticks out 18 so i simply drilled small holes at the end of the roof and attached wire loops to hold the gutter in place.
Align the soffit board with the underside of the eave so that its edges are flush with the.
There s really no fix other than replacing the damaged vents.
To locate rotted areas of the roof s edge gently lift up shingles with a pry bar or taping knife.
If these already exist nail a 2x4 to them directly under the 2x4 plate you nailed down before.
If it comes off without splitting reuse it later.