Why Your Wilmington Shed Needs a Quality Drip Edge

In Wilmington, heavy rain and coastal wind are part of life. One small part of a shed roof does a lot to handle both: the drip edge.

What a drip edge does

A drip edge is a metal flashing strip installed along the edges of the roof. It guides rainwater off the roof and away from the fascia and the top of the walls, so water doesn't wick back under the shingles or soak into the roof deck.

Why it matters on the coast

When water sits along roof edges, it can lead to rot, mold, and soft decking over time. Our storms can bring a lot of rain in a short time, often with wind behind it, so that edge gets tested often. A properly installed drip edge helps keep the roof deck and trim dry.

Materials and installation

Drip edge is usually aluminum or galvanized steel, which both hold up well to weather. Installation matters as much as material: it should be lapped correctly with the underlayment and shingles so water runs off the roof, not behind the flashing.

A clean, finished look

A drip edge also gives the roofline a neat, finished edge, which helps a shed look like it belongs next to your home.

Questions about your shed roof?

If you're planning a shed in New Hanover, Pender, or Brunswick County, contact us and we'll talk through how it will be built.