What is Eave Protection all about?
Eave Protection: The components that make up the foundation of a roof system, along the eave edges, at the soffit or overhang. Item #1: Metal Drip Edge does three things * deflects water into the gutter system, rather than letting water run out between the gutter and fascia * supports the first row of asphalt shingles * eliminates rodents from chewing access holes to the attic space Item #2: Eave Underlayment is required by the Building Code which states that this protection extend to a point, not less than 11″ on the interior side of any exterior wall. This item acts as protection when climatic and thermal conditions contribute to ice damming. The Building Code allows three products or methods to accomplish this: • a double layer of #15 Felt [Tarpaper], cemented together • #25 Base Sheet [Fibreglass Base Sheet] > this looks like tarpaper, but is heavier and has fibreglass reinforcement • Ice & Water Membrane [adhesive-backed rubber] Note #1: To interpret the Building Code correctly an
