DaVinci Shake on Dorm

Below is what our roofing expert John Kenney with Cotney Consulting Group had to say in response to your question:

Alfonso, that’s a good question and a complex detail. With a steep-to-low slope transition like yours—14.5 to 4.5 pitch and no valley break, you’re right to focus on watertightness. This geometry type can easily trap and redirect water flow if not detailed exactly right.

DaVinci Shake's detail calls for proper underlayment and transition flashing, not just shingle layout. At the pitch change, you’ll need to follow DaVinci’s high-to-low slope transition guidelines, which typically call for an ice-and-water barrier extending well upslope of the break, overlapped by a secondary self-adhered underlayment or metal transition flashing. To ensure continuous drainage, the flashing should extend beneath the upper field shingles and over the lower slope underlayment by several inches.

Given the multiple planes, lack of a valley break, and manufacturer-specific fastening and exposure requirements, I’d strongly recommend you contact DaVinci’s Technical Department for project-specific guidance before proceeding. They can confirm the correct flashing profile, fastening schedule, and approved materials for your slope change.

The bottom line is that this is not a standard valley—treat it as a slope transition detail requiring layered waterproofing. DaVinci’s tech team will provide the most accurate specifications to ensure full compliance and long-term performance.

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