Are 50-Year Roofing Shingles Worth the Cash? It Depends
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The common stock dimension is 1" x 3" with a 3/8ths hem. The edge of the starter strip should hang over the eave and also rake edge 3/4 ″ in order to create a drip side. Have a look at your roof covering