How To Shingle A Roof Return
Install new flashing metal.
How to shingle a roof return. A couple of weeks ago we published a two part series showing how a local roofing contractor shingled a roof with architectural shingles. Hammer the nail into the top part of each shingle. Place the second step flashing piece over the end shingle in the first course by positioning it 143 mm 5 5 8 above the bottom edge of the exposed asphalt shingle. Nail a horizontal row of shingles over the drip edge.
This project guide is a combination of those two articles and it covers replacing the existing roof decking installing underlayment and ice dam protection laying the first row laying shingles in the field flashing ridge shingles and vents and more. Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches. Ask this old house general contractor tom silva reveals the best ways to secure shingles to a roof. Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof.
Make sure that the tab of the shingle in the second course will cover it completely. Using your staple gun secure the felt to the roof. Each row should overlap the one below it by 1 4 inch 7. Continue to nail horizontal rows of shingles onto the roof.