Do not nail any part of this assembly to the roof.
How to stop mobile home siding from leaking.
Vinyl siding institute cited below.
The rigid head flashing must be sealed to the exterior sheathing and to the top of the exterior casing fig.
In most communities building codes require a moisture barrier.
Cut a notch on the ends of the rigid head flashing and bend them down over the sides of the exterior casing.
Also see peel stick flashing membranes.
First you need to measure the linear footage of your home.
Sandwich the top end of the sheeting with another pair of 2 by 4s so the wind will not carry it away.
Inspect the area above the leak including both indoors and out.
In some cases you will be able to repair simple mobile home roofing leaks caused by issues such as missing shingle caulking breakdown and flashing damage.
Use a caulking gun to apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant along the vertical seams between the vinyl j channels and the exterior window casings.
Preparation for siding while correct installation reduces the risk of water running behind the siding it can t completely stop it.
How to stop rainwater from running behind house siding originally published november 29 2008 at 12 00 am gutter leaks can do hidden damage when siding masks the problem.
This will cover all the areas that need skirting.