Best way to fit Eaves trays

[goddardo]

I have found a supplier for some Eavestray strip as we have problems with the roof tiles not quite reaching fully into the gutters & there is no roofing felt either.
I need to somehow push in & secure the Eavestray under the ist row of tiles. This could prove difficult because of the overlap from the above row of tiles. It had been suggested that I could silicone the Eaves trays in place. If anyone has any tips/advice I'd really appreciate it.

 

[Alastairreid]

To do the job properly and depending on the type of trays and tiles you have the bottom course possibly 2 courses of tiles should be removed so that the trays can be fitted over and between the rafters.
the trays are then nailed to the rafters.
you can then if you wish install over fascia vents or bird comb fillers depending on the profile of your tiles.

it would also be advisable to use a scaffold for this type of work.

 

[goddardo]

Here's the type of Eavestray I'll be using.

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[goddardo]

Forgot to mention, I have asbestos tiles

 

[Alastairreid]

ok. asbestos tiles can be very brittle and are a pain to replace! the bottom course will probably be very tight, i would try and friction fit them overlapping as i went, not ideal but the best you can do under the circumstances.

is it new fascia boards that's created this problem?

 

[goddardo]

We had new PVC fascias fitted, but no felt was on the roof to funnel rain into the gutters to start with and the tiles fall a bit short. Damp proof strip was pushed under the tiles, but has since blown off. We need something more permanent fitting

 

[leadballoon]

Only way is by removing tiles and fixing permanently; as you have already found, they blow off/ fall out otherwise

Good luck