Does GAF shingles require drip edge?
GAF requires non-corroding metal drip edges at the eaves where a Silver Pledge® or Golden Pledge® Limited Warranty is sought. As a matter of good roofing practice, however, GAF strongly recommends that drip edges be installed at the rakes and eaves on all GAF shingle roofs.
How many nails are in GAF Timberline shingles?
six nails
No-Limit Wind Warranty GAF said this is the first wind warranty for roofing shingles with no maximum wind speed limit with a four nail per shingle application. By comparison, Timberline HD has a 130 mph wind capacity with enhanced nailing (six nails per shingle).
Do you put drip edge on before tar paper?
Installing roof drip edge flashing properly The best way is to install the roof drip edge only along the eaves first, then place ice-and-water barrier (in the snowbelt) or felt paper (underlayment) over the drip edge. This lets any water that gets on the roof run down the underlayment and over the drip edge.
What size nails do you use for shingles?
If you’re using typical architectural shingles and 3/8-inch-thick sheathing, you’ll need 1‐inch nails. If your building codes require thicker sheathing, you’ll need 1 ¼-inch nails. When installing thicker shingles, you may need to use a longer nail in order to penetrate the OSB beneath fully.
Where should nails be placed on shingles?
Use 4 nails per shingle placed 6-1/8″ above the butt edge, 1″ and 13″ in from each end and 1/2″ above each cutout. Drive nails straight so that nail head is flush with, but not cutting into shingle surface.
Do you need a starter strip for shingles?
The starter strip is crucial because it adheres to the shingles on the edges of your roof and protects them from the elements. Without starter strip shingles, a gust of wind would have no trouble sneaking under the shingles on the edges of your roof and blowing them up, and perhaps even off, your roof.
What is the temperature range for installing roof shingles?
According to Roofing Construction & Estimating By Daniel Benn Atcheson, the best temperatures to install asphalt shingles is between 40 and 85 degrees F (4 and 26 degrees C). If you’re installing roofing shingles in cold weather below these temperatures your shingles may become brittle and more prone to breakage.
Are Timberline shingles good?
Timberline Shingles. Timberline is a good quality architectural shingle that has a multitude of different styles and color options for the residential consumer. When compared to other shingles available on the market, Timberline wins in a head-to-head comparison for shingle quality and warranty.
What class are GAF Timberline HD shingles?
GAF Timberline Shingles are asphalt shingles with a fiberglass base that were marketed as 30-40 year shingles. But according to the GAF Timberline Shingle Class Action lawsuits, the shingles crack prematurely, and fail to meet American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards for fiberglass shingles.