The Ontario Building Code | Securing of Shingle Courses
9.26.8.4. Securing of Shingle Courses
(1) The first course of shingles shall be secured by a continuous band of cement along the eaves applied so that the width of the band equals the shingle exposure plus 100 mm.
(2) The succeeding courses of shingles shall be secured by a continuous band of cement applied so that the width of the band equals the shingle exposure plus 50 mm.
(3) The band required in Sentence (2) shall be located not more than 50 mm above the butt of the overlying course of shingles.
In Plain Language
Shingle courses of this type must be secured as set out in this article, ensuring each course stays properly fastened and aligned.
This is a plain-language summary of the 2012/2017 Ontario Building Code text above, for general understanding only and not a substitute for the Code. Always confirm current requirements against the 2024 edition (O.Reg. 163/24) or a qualified professional before construction.