How To Install Roof Valley

In todays video we describe the easiest way to install an open roof valley. This is a great example for first timers and DIYers!
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  • @uidx-bob
    @uidx-bob10 күн бұрын

    Great info thanks for sharing! You have great teaching ability and a chill personalty.

  • @johnd9541
    @johnd9541 Жыл бұрын

    Finally, a properly done valley. You're part of the 1% I call roofers. The rest are shinglers who cut corners to save time/money at the expense of quality. I also suggest using "W" valley flashing.

  • @Lucas-jy7cv

    @Lucas-jy7cv

    Жыл бұрын

    Does it work on 3 pitch roofs to

  • @Brandon-no3vc

    @Brandon-no3vc

    Жыл бұрын

    Shouldn't you have caulking under those shingles in the valley?

  • @socrates4051
    @socrates40516 ай бұрын

    You dont know how much info your video has given me. A million thanks.

  • @mgg4624
    @mgg46242 жыл бұрын

    An easy old tip: Longer "straightedge" lined up further out along drip edge will ensure an accurate projection toward center of valley.

  • @gerrygianan2654
    @gerrygianan26542 жыл бұрын

    Thats a beautiful and thorough presentation..thank you for sharing..

  • @gtbkts
    @gtbkts2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the awesome content! I just started roofing again. Its so fun and leaves you so tired!

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! #RoofOn

  • @lusoroofing5221
    @lusoroofing52212 жыл бұрын

    all in all a very informative video! one thing we do and maybe its over kill! we add 3 feet ice and water to both sides of metal valleys as well so that nails seal nicer also chalk line going closed to open from top to bottom, maybe old school way i dont know.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’ve seen this method a lot! Definitely not a bad option. My idea here was simplifying the process for new installers or DIYers.

  • @lusoroofing5221

    @lusoroofing5221

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@DoItWithDill had some good take aways from your video, keep up the great work!

  • @banginsteel4978
    @banginsteel49782 жыл бұрын

    Hey, thanks for taking the time to share this!

  • @shawncummings4653
    @shawncummings46537 ай бұрын

    So true. When I started roofing in the early 80s it was with some old timers. It was get to the shop at 6am. Then strait to the bar till 10am. But no drinks for me.

  • @JobNimbusCRM
    @JobNimbusCRM2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome content! Super clean craftsmanship.

  • @bigbrotherinlife1654
    @bigbrotherinlife1654 Жыл бұрын

    Great we have trade schools for HVAC, Electrical, Plumping and Carpentry but not for Roofing I hoping soon I can find a vocational trade school for this particular skill set. Great video

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    Жыл бұрын

    Unfortunately you are correct. There is no schooling for roofing and it honestly should be a thing. It would help a lot of installers and homeowners.

  • @bigbrotherinlife1654

    @bigbrotherinlife1654

    Жыл бұрын

    @Dylan Hodgson Agreed I believe of a vocational trade school existed it will encourage more people to enter into the specific niche, because of technology and solar technology this a very promising career opportunities in this industry. Glad I found your channel

  • @ahmad0522
    @ahmad0522Ай бұрын

    Great presentation, thank you Sir.

  • @lumpyslongshot2113
    @lumpyslongshot2113 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your time and knowledge

  • @franciscocastellanos9157
    @franciscocastellanos91572 ай бұрын

    Great "maestro"! Once the valley shingles are installed and cut, is there any glue to use for keeping the shingles resting on the metal valley to be loose? Like your way to teach! I am your new subscriber 😊

  • @skylanhill
    @skylanhill Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Very helpful!

  • @iinkpayments
    @iinkpayments9 ай бұрын

    👏🏼🙌🏼Cool knowledge for the community! 💪🏼

  • @FAB0516
    @FAB05162 жыл бұрын

    I would recommend ice & water shield underneath, cementing shingle edges as well

  • @scouserrr

    @scouserrr

    Жыл бұрын

    There is ice and water shield under the shingles

  • @MrMikeyLamb
    @MrMikeyLamb9 ай бұрын

    Hey man, your videos have saved me big time on roofing my house. What do you do for a valley that meets a hip?

  • @Sprucegrove123
    @Sprucegrove12328 күн бұрын

    Great video thanks for posting

  • @drewwhippy490
    @drewwhippy4907 ай бұрын

    Thanks!😮 Craftmanship!

  • @schutendohkji548
    @schutendohkji5482 жыл бұрын

    At 3:07 to cut the end of the metal flange, wouldn't it b better if u cut say 3" more outward, then bend the edge over the drip edge so water won't back up under the flange? Great video. Thx.

  • @wykdbytch

    @wykdbytch

    Жыл бұрын

    This is what I was wanting to ask as well. I seen a video with the fold over the edge of the metal and it looked fabulous

  • @gggnumber1
    @gggnumber12 жыл бұрын

    Really helpful. Thank you. G

  • @spectrepro
    @spectrepro16 күн бұрын

    Do you have a video of two open metal valley flashings intersecting? (gable roof)

  • @SC-sz9ms
    @SC-sz9ms2 жыл бұрын

    awesome. thank you

  • @Erick-uk8ok
    @Erick-uk8ok Жыл бұрын

    Thank you brother excellent video

  • @28772367
    @287723672 жыл бұрын

    Well we add extra tar sealant under the cut shingle ends (near the valley center), since we dont use starter shingles in the valley. Dunno if it's overkill or no. What's your opinion?

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    That may be a requirement in your local code, or proven to be beneficial in your area. All steps that are to prevent leaking is good practice!

  • @YannickRoy76
    @YannickRoy762 жыл бұрын

    Informative video! I did commercial roofs in Montreal for 10years and I’ve done a few shingles roofs here and there and I was always shown to use pitch underneath the shingles near the valley… Don’t now if that’s the best way VS your way or not… I’m a bit of a perfectionist so just gotta know! I see that you used three fingers to measure your distance between the center valley and shingle edge… is that code or a good rule of thumb?!? Here’s another video suggestion if it’s not done already…. I’m planning a job for family in two weeks and they got an 10" insulated chimney going through and was wondering about the flashing if I install it underneath shingles the same way as Maximum vent?!? Thanks

  • @jojomarso

    @jojomarso

    Жыл бұрын

    Not sure what you mean by “use pitch underneath the valley” but with metal open valleys the general consensus is that at the top of the valley the distance from shingle to center should be about two finger lengths and at the bottom it should be about three finger lengths. A chalk line should be snapped to get a straight line from top to bottom given their different distances from the center and then the starter should be put in according to the line. Hope that helped.

  • @KidFreshie

    @KidFreshie

    10 ай бұрын

    @@jojomarso He said "use pitch underneath THE SHINGLES near the valley." Which means use roof cement under the part of the shingles that cross into the valley. You nailed them.

  • @zackzander425
    @zackzander4252 ай бұрын

    Shingles should widen out as you travel down the valley because there is more water in the valley the further down you go.

  • @schutendohkji548
    @schutendohkji5482 жыл бұрын

    At 7:06 - Starter strip. Is that strip something special (don't sell at Lowe's) or can it b upside down regular shingle?

  • @schutendohkji548

    @schutendohkji548

    Жыл бұрын

    OK. I've found it. Starter Strip is a special of same mat'l as the shingles but flat (not like architectural alternating 3D shingles) rectangular piece by Tamko's

  • @spoolyboyz7898
    @spoolyboyz7898 Жыл бұрын

    Just a tip . Get some red handle right hand off set aviation snips . A lot easier and safer to cut those longer cuts !!! 🤘

  • @joshuavallejo9439
    @joshuavallejo94392 жыл бұрын

    Awesome info! On the next one, can we plz see how you fold, lay, or cut the valley metal at the top?

  • @vnguyen9327
    @vnguyen932728 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much

  • @schutendohkji548
    @schutendohkji548 Жыл бұрын

    (2:20) It is better to pencil the bottom end of the W-Flashing from the bottom side, not from the 'guess' work where the roof-facia edge is from the top.

  • @schutendohkji548

    @schutendohkji548

    Жыл бұрын

    And, leave 1 to 2" more of the end edge so u can bend the flange down to protect water from seeping back up under the metal.

  • @richardkopp2949
    @richardkopp29493 ай бұрын

    Starter strip should be wider so you can nail to outside edge of flashing

  • @ctlandscapemaintenancesolu494
    @ctlandscapemaintenancesolu4942 жыл бұрын

    where do i get a video opener like that is there a online store for that kind of stuff

  • @zimmz123
    @zimmz123 Жыл бұрын

    Is metal code in Canada if you do a closed valley?

  • @beardedbox80
    @beardedbox802 жыл бұрын

    I personally do speed Valley unless the book isn't good. And starter under the valley I do. All depends on what you are working worh

  • @boonehelm7271
    @boonehelm72712 жыл бұрын

    Hey dilly, can you explain to a non roofer what exactly the starter shingles do? And are the ones that come as a roll any good?

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    I sure can!

  • @MAGAMAN

    @MAGAMAN

    Жыл бұрын

    @@DoItWithDill Haha.

  • @KidFreshie

    @KidFreshie

    10 ай бұрын

    Since he's being a jackass, I'll help you out. The starter shingle is essentially just used for the tar strip on it. The tar strip will adhere to the deck and the shingle on top, which prevents wind gusts getting under the first row of shingles. A strip of roof cement on the first row will accomplish the same thing.

  • @robertchampagne1516
    @robertchampagne15162 жыл бұрын

    I read that you have to nail only the upper part of the metal sheet and avoid nailing lower because the of the dilatation of the metal sheet would get the nail out ?

  • @drewwhippy490
    @drewwhippy4907 ай бұрын

    Great stuff!

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    7 ай бұрын

    Thank you for your kind comment!

  • @rodolfo9116
    @rodolfo9116 Жыл бұрын

    Do all valleys need metal?

  • @larrycrookshanks1646
    @larrycrookshanks16462 жыл бұрын

    Never run your Valley over your starter strip. You have just created the first kink in the center of that "v" Valley by installing it over the starter . That will be the first area that stress cracks when the roof structure expands and contracts over time. There is a reason why "W" crimp Valley is the only way a Valley should be installed, it strengthens the metal in the center and allows it to expand and contract.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    There are multiple different valleys all serving different purposes.

  • @jtaiv2798

    @jtaiv2798

    Жыл бұрын

    You just made all that up

  • @drewwhippy490

    @drewwhippy490

    7 ай бұрын

    Dylan: You have apparently created a Renaissance-style Master-Apprentice idea-exchange forum. This entails gracefully accepting outside opinions and advice, lest we turn out like building tradesmen in parts of the world where not a single right angle can be found in a 4,000 square ft. 10-room house. Many thanks. Mowgli.

  • @gordonpotts753
    @gordonpotts7535 ай бұрын

    Easy to see ur a craftsman

  • @briandesrochers4227
    @briandesrochers4227 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome

  • @notunauthorized
    @notunauthorized2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome stuff a bit dizzying might could use some more stabilization

  • @johnwalsh5123
    @johnwalsh51232 жыл бұрын

    You have great videos!! Can you show the valley tin fold over at the peak and I know this may be a dumb question but do lay tar paper over all the ice and water because I went to re roof my house and shingles were all stuck to the ice and water!! Not good😕

  • @user-bx3ix6zs8y
    @user-bx3ix6zs8y4 ай бұрын

    At 13:58 can you explain what would be done to finish that off I don’t see another video explaining it

  • @schutendohkji548
    @schutendohkji548 Жыл бұрын

    Dylan, 1. what is the brand and model number for the black sheet under the metal flange? 2. Is that rubber based? Self-sealing against nails? 3. Shouldn't the metal flange b primed n painted (even if Galvanized) B4 installation? Pls reply

  • @Sarstan
    @Sarstan Жыл бұрын

    Why would you ever run drip edge OVER the ice barrier or any underlayment?

  • @butternutt403
    @butternutt403 Жыл бұрын

    Does anyone know how to straighten a run of shingles it measures from peak left side 63 1/2 and 65 in middle and 63 at far right I know I need to pop a line but how?

  • @craftman5632
    @craftman5632 Жыл бұрын

    I prefer the closed valley on my roof.

  • @tayallen7986
    @tayallen79862 жыл бұрын

    Can you do a closed valley just like this video??

  • @maxall1224
    @maxall12249 ай бұрын

    Nice

  • @richardmckrell4899
    @richardmckrell48992 жыл бұрын

    Wouldn't it be better to install the 'roof line' membranes over the valley membrane? Install the valley membrane first?

  • @KidFreshie

    @KidFreshie

    10 ай бұрын

    I get what you're saying but, if you do it that way, a penetration of the valley would first penetrate the membrane. There would be no backup. If the membrane is UNDER the valley then a valley penetration wouldn't necessarily mean a membrane penetration---thus giving you a shot at having a backup.

  • @richardmckrell4899

    @richardmckrell4899

    10 ай бұрын

    @@KidFreshie I still think my way is better but I'd have to think about it more and understand the roof planes better.

  • @louieperri5782
    @louieperri57822 жыл бұрын

    Adding starter in valley is key to help water diversion seen no starters in valley's as of late this has been a key tactic for years don't know why guys are getting away from it!!

  • @Brandon-no3vc

    @Brandon-no3vc

    Жыл бұрын

    Dont you need caulking under valley starters ?

  • @johnnyrocket9372
    @johnnyrocket9372 Жыл бұрын

    Why don't you over lap the shingles up the valley?

  • @dylanrouillard3495

    @dylanrouillard3495

    Жыл бұрын

    Because this is considered an open valley

  • @louieperri5782
    @louieperri57822 жыл бұрын

    Dilly where is the California valley lol!!

  • @lunchlady2023
    @lunchlady2023 Жыл бұрын

    What do you call a roofer at 9 am. Drunk.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    Жыл бұрын

    Just getting drunk or still drunk?

  • @drewwhippy490

    @drewwhippy490

    7 ай бұрын

    Dylan: You may be one of the 4-5 guys left in the construction trades who has artistic integrity! Bravo! Mowgli.

  • @bbur75

    @bbur75

    7 ай бұрын

    Drunk on love for the job. 😆

  • @MAGAMAN
    @MAGAMAN Жыл бұрын

    Currently having a new roof put on. These guys put on an entire shingle (5 nails) with a nail gun in the time it takes you to put in one nail. Not a criticism, just a comparison in time.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    Жыл бұрын

    Only going slow for demonstration purposes.

  • @Expedition18
    @Expedition18 Жыл бұрын

    Closed valley?

  • @Josh-ww5kz
    @Josh-ww5kz2 жыл бұрын

    Personally have never seen the starter in the valley trick to use as a straight edge when doing a cut valley. Must help out a lot vs using a chalkline after. Do you think using a a old three tab would serve its purpose too? I want to get into doing cut valleys with doing your trick but some guys won't agree to using the extra starter or shingle in the valley

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    The reason we use the starting strip is because it’s under manufacturing specifications. However, there are other methods available which I will be covering soon!

  • @angelabauer7735
    @angelabauer77352 жыл бұрын

    Love this in 14 and want to be a roofer

  • @mattk252

    @mattk252

    2 жыл бұрын

    Do your self a favor.... Don't

  • @Josh-ww5kz

    @Josh-ww5kz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@mattk252 I mean if you can get yourself in a good company that doesn't work you like a horse, I don't see why not. Good pay in a few years. Some company's give good benefits too.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    There is nothing wrong with roofing. As mentioned previously be sure to find a good company, with good benefits and work smart not hard. Don’t kill your body, there is always an easier way for any physically demanding task.

  • @slimjimpotter8044
    @slimjimpotter8044 Жыл бұрын

    Leave a bit to fold into the gutter.

  • @reuben8173
    @reuben8173 Жыл бұрын

    Your drip edge should be under the ice and water I like the way you cute your starters back I like raping the metal around the drip edge so I don't need nails where there is a potential ice back up Thank you for the tips and trades

  • @denverscott37
    @denverscott377 ай бұрын

    Without watching the video, i went straight to the comments , to read all the armchair quarterback replies of why "that isn't the correct way" . I was not disappointed 😂

  • @linwoodwebb4259
    @linwoodwebb42592 жыл бұрын

    How come you couldn't nail the end yet on 13:55

  • @stephendoran6877
    @stephendoran687710 ай бұрын

    Where's starter under the metal u should definitely have one under metal unless there is and I can't see it

  • @larrycrookshanks1646
    @larrycrookshanks16462 жыл бұрын

    Where is your "W" crimp in your metal valley.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    This is a v valley, not a w valley.

  • @Brandon-no3vc

    @Brandon-no3vc

    Жыл бұрын

    Shouldn't there be caulking under the valley starters?

  • @brysieyt7073
    @brysieyt70732 жыл бұрын

    U hiring ?😂

  • @steadyshakey6599
    @steadyshakey65992 жыл бұрын

    My roof is leaking, I waited to long to re shingle.

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    I’d recommend having it replaced right away, if leaking is present have your contractor inspect your sheathing/decking while replacing your roof.

  • @steadyshakey6599

    @steadyshakey6599

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@DoItWithDill Who should I get?, do you know anyone in Woodstock?

  • @DoItWithDill

    @DoItWithDill

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@steadyshakey6599 I can do roofs in woodstock. Send me an email at HodgsonRoofing@gmail.com.

  • @pimp1979robertmack
    @pimp1979robertmack3 ай бұрын

    Word to the wise.. whenever a guy says it's not a big deal normally it is... don't listen to this dude... if you don't want rotted fascia or decking in a few years just keep the starter crossed without trying to be cool like this dude... if your going to cut the starter like that you may as well not have any starter... dude just defeated the whole point of why starter is put they're... so now instead of having starter protection you only have a single shingle protecting the valley... I'm sure this dude will comment on how this method is great but don't bother cus it's horrible.

  • @billythekid22220
    @billythekid2222011 ай бұрын

    I think it is better that you took down those bdr videos.

  • @redsresearch

    @redsresearch

    6 ай бұрын

    y he do that?

  • @Mr.DIY69
    @Mr.DIY692 жыл бұрын

    Shingled wrong

  • @Brandon-no3vc

    @Brandon-no3vc

    Жыл бұрын

    Shouldn't there be caulking under the valley starters?

  • @josephgallagher3291
    @josephgallagher32918 ай бұрын

    You move your head too much

  • @hammernnails7314
    @hammernnails7314 Жыл бұрын

    WTF kind of trash valley metal is that? You should be using "w" valley metal

  • @Brandon-no3vc

    @Brandon-no3vc

    Жыл бұрын

    Shouldn't there be caulking under the valley starters?

  • @redsresearch
    @redsresearch6 ай бұрын

    shtydogearcuts waters almost gunna run opisote direction you want