Drip Edge for Torch Down vs Hot Mop

[Tumbleweed]

I am being told the reason the existing torch down (about 10 years old now) is starting to lift from the drip edge is because the existing drip edge is for hot mop applications. Apparently when the original hot mop roof was replaced with torch down, the original edging was left in place.

1. Is this true ?

2. Does a properly installed drip edge press against the fascia board or is there a small air gap (1/8-1/4") in addition to the angled lip of the drip edge ?

Thank you in advance for all feedback and insight.
David.

 

[bud16415]

I have always been told to leave a gap where the drip edge doesn’t contact the fascia.



As to lifting I don’t know but after 10 years my guess is just the elements and sun is to blame, or maybe it wasn’t heated as well when put down.



Was the first roof removed or did the torch down go over the hot mop?

 

[Tumbleweed]

I appreciate the reply. Based on my observation the torch down isn't significantly higher than the lip on the drip edge, I assume the hot mop was removed. Does that help ?