Coping metal is the metal cap installed over the top of a parapet wall to protect the wall and roof edge from water.
Why It Matters
Flat and low-slope roofs often have parapet walls or raised edges. If the top of the wall is not protected correctly, water can enter the wall assembly or damage the roof edge.
Common Problems
Common issues include loose coping, open joints, failed sealant, poor slope, wind damage, and water entering behind the metal.
Building Codes & Industry Standards
Coping metal should be installed according to project requirements, manufacturer details, wind-resistance requirements, and applicable low-slope roofing standards.
Exterior Echelon Notes
Exterior Echelon reviews coping metal as part of the full roof edge system because edge details are critical on low-slope roofs.
