Wind preventive roofing drip edge starter strip

Abstract

Combination drip edge starter strips and methods for using them to prevent wind and moisture damage to the shingles at the edge of a building roof. The devices are used to initiate placement of roofing shingles at the roof edge.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD[0001]This invention relates to the field of roof construction, in which devices that reduce or prevent wind damage and moisture preventive devices and techniques are used for roofing assembly and repair. More specifically, the field of invention relates to devices which prevent lifting of shingles at the edge of the roof, and which additionally divert water flow off the roof and away from the walls of roofing structures. In particular, the devices of the invention provide an integrated combination of one or more drip edges with a starter strip for laying of roof shingles which secures the edge of the shingles to reduce wind penetration beneath the edges. The field of technical applicability also embraces methods of preventing moisture damage to a roof include incorporating the aforementioned devices during installation or repair.BACKGROUND[0002]The essential purpose of a roof is to protect the internal area of the building structure from the elements, i.e. wind, rain...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

The invention is a device for roofing that includes a starter strip, a clip, and a drip edge. The clip is either integrated with the drip edge or detachable. The device helps secure the shingles in place and eliminates the need for a separate starter strip. It also allows for easy installation without needing to drill any holes in the gutter. The technical effect of this invention is to simplify roofing installation and make it more efficient.

Problems solved by technology

However, the first, edge layer does not have the benefit of being glued to other shingles on the lower surface.

Accordingly, in heavy winds, this is the first area of the roof to experience wind damage beneath the eave.

The wind damage can remove the shingles and expose the roof elements to water damage.

Apart from the obvious damage caused by this direct contact of the elements with the building's inner walls and contents, a buildup of moisture can also attract and harbor pests, including wild animals, birds and termites which cause long lasting and severe structural damage.

It is critical that such runoff water be directed away from the side walls as water running down the sides will cause inordinate damage.

This is the predominant cause of storm-related roof damage.

The many pieces of roofing materials needed to construct a roof and necessary roof accessories increase the cost of installation as well as the time and number of personnel required to install all these parts.

Installation of this starter row typically requires a starter strip at each edge of the roof as a separate device to be installed, adding to the time and expense relating to the construction.

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