Do I Need Gutter Flashing With Hardie Board. Do not caulk clearance and flashing requirements hardiepanel vertical siding hs1237 p2 3 09 19 figure 10 sheltered areas figure 11 mortar masonry min. How to place gutters next to james hardie siding now playing. Do not use stains or oil based alkyd paints on james hardie products.
Fiber cement problems are rare but do happen from time to time. One of the main problems with hardie siding is that it will need to be repainted about every seven to 10 years as the paint on it will begin to fade or peel or crack or chip.
Joint flashing material must be durable waterproof material that does not react with cement based products.
Out from the fascia when gutters are present as required by irc code min 4 in. Its purpose is to cover the ends of the roof rafters and because that s where water drains off the roof the gutters are often attached to it. How to install horizontal flashing now playing. Do not caulk extend shingles at least 1 in.