Roofing, fascia, trim, etc.

usmc42

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Dudes,

Roof got pretty tore up by the hurricane. I tarped it up and had to leave town. Finally got the insurance check and roofers came out.

My problem is we have a fascia with a 90 degree lip that sticks out at the top so the roofers didn’t install drip edge because they said it wouldn’t fit. They are trying to charge me $800 for the drip edge saying the quote is just “semantics for the insurance adjuster” which is just silly tits of them to think I would agree with that.

So my question is should I have my fascia redone now to accommodate the new drip edge? As it sits some of the OSB is exposed and I think the water would easily get in there.

Some pics

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Is this gonna be fine or what?



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We don't have a drip edge, just a shingle overhang and the edge of the roof deck is exposed if you lift the shingles. Not my favorite, but has worked fine for 30 years on the house. I asked a roofer about it (the lack of drip edge) during a few repairs, and he said it was pretty common and was unconcerned about not having one.
 
To me it looks like there never was a drip edge and someone used the fascia metal/vinyl to trim that out like a drip edge.

I’d have the fascia redone and a drip edge put in. To each their own I guess but that’s the right way.

As far as the quote saying drip edge just for insurance purposes... I would think one could reasonably argue that if that was quoted and insurance paid for that work and it wasn’t done, it could be considered insurance fraud. Realistically, if insurance paid for drip edge based on the roofer’s quote and it wasn’t installed, they have a right to a refund of that portion of the payment, otherwise it may be fraud.
 
rockcity said:
To me it looks like there never was a drip edge and someone used the fascia metal/vinyl to trim that out like a drip edge.

I’d have the fascia redone and a drip edge put in. To each their own I guess but that’s the right way.

As far as the quote saying drip edge just for insurance purposes... I would think one could reasonably argue that if that was quoted and insurance paid for that work and it wasn’t done, it could be considered insurance fraud. Realistically, if insurance paid for drip edge based on the roofer’s quote and it wasn’t installed, they have a right to a refund of that portion of the payment, otherwise it may be fraud.
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I think this is what I’m going to do. I’m getting a quote for new fascia and then have the roofers do the drip edge. I normally wouldn’t care but I can see the edges of the OSB swelled up a little from being exposed...

The roofers are definitely trying to get out of doing the work with the invoice stuff. It’s bad enough that roofers around here get away with murder due to the amount of messed up homes.




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I can’t really do anything about it. Took me months to finally get on the schedule. I’m overpaying too and I know it I just want it done. Haven’t paid yet so I’m getting everything done right before I cut the check.


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This is getting under my skin. Don't pay the roofer if you haven't already. If they start complaining, tell them you are going to call your insurance company and your lawyer.

They skimped on labor and material to get a bigger profit. Let them know if they don't add the drip edge you will sue for any damages that occur in the future.

I'll bet you a spanked 33" spare they will install the drip edge at no additional cost.
 
Also, I would ask a third party if they would inspect your roof. I'd bet you have low nails and high nails, which will lead to leaks in the future.

Not sure how they ran the valleys either, I'll bet a matching spare they cut the valleys and damaged the shingles. Silicone will last a few years and then...
 
I haven’t paid yet! I’m getting everything figured out before I cut a check and that’s why I’m asking the questions. Home repair companies are making a killing on the coast over here.


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I should open up a division down there then, or maybe a consulting bizz.

Plain and simple, they are trying to cheat you so do not let them. And I would question the install due to their ethics with the drip edge.

No shingle manufacturer will say it's ok to exclude drip edge.
 
I agree with frankenyoter. Anyone with a brake can make a custom profile drop edge in no time at all. Saying it wouldn't fit is bull


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frankenyoter said:
I should open up a division down there then, or maybe a consulting bizz.

Plain and simple, they are trying to cheat you so do not let them. And I would question the install due to their ethics with the drip edge.

No shingle manufacturer will say it's ok to exclude drip edge.
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I’m with you. I read the shingle mfr warranty and it specifically states the use of the same mfr drip edge is required for the “50 year” warranty that the roofer throws around. I don’t know how much of that warranty is sales hype but it backed the roofer into the corner a bit. I’m getting new fascia or the appropriate drip edge either way and then they’ll get their money.

On another note, it’s kind of funny the amount of help I get on my roofing thread vs my Jeep build thread. Just sayin.


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I work for a very reputable roofing company and I do most of the high end roofing in the Asheville area. I see a lot of corners cut and we fix them. Hopefully my $0.02 keeps you from getting the short end of the stick.
 
usmc42 said:
I read the shingle mfr warranty and it specifically states the use of the same mfr drip edge is required for the “50 year” warranty that the roofer throws around.
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I may be way off, but of the 3-4 "50 year warranty" stats I read thru, the majority just said that as long as the majority of the components (say 3-4 of 6-7) from that manufacturer used... they'd honor the warranty?
 
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