Atlas Gutter Covers: Protect Shingles and Drip Edge
Bulletin date: not stated in source
Atlas cautions against gutter-cover installations that cut shingles, penetrate them with fasteners, remove drip edge or disturb underlayment. Its shingle warranty does not cover damage caused by the accessory installation
Atlas technical bulletin: Gutter Covers and Atlas Asphalt Shingles.
What this means for your roof
Atlas cautions against gutter-cover installations that cut shingles, penetrate them with fasteners, remove drip edge or disturb underlayment. Its shingle warranty does not cover damage caused by the accessory installation. The gutter-cover detail should be reviewed before work begins.
A useful question for your contractor
Can the proposed gutter cover be installed without altering the shingles or water-shedding layers?
Ask for the answer to be tied to the actual roof condition and the exact product being installed. Keep the agreed repair or installation detail with your estimate and project photos.
Bulletin dated: not stated in source. The date shown identifies the manufacturer document used for this summary.
Read Atlas: Gutter Covers and Atlas Asphalt Shingles
This homeowner summary explains the cited bulletin. The complete manufacturer document and current product instructions govern the installation details. A requirement for one manufacturer or product should not be transferred to another without checking.