How Tro Install Metal Roofing Ends

Remove the old roof.

How tro install metal roofing ends. You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process. Butyl sealant tape should be placed parallel to the gable on the high seam of the roofing panel. I m going to mark the z trim cut it and install it so that we can install the end wall trim using stitch screws. Fasten gable trim with x inch metal to metal lap screws.

Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. No sales pitch or other fluff. Masterrib is a 36 wide 5. Place them directly onto purlins that are attached to the roof trusses beginning on the outside edge.

Place the first screw. The cutting of the z trim is straight forward. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. Learn how to install gable and rake trim on a metal roof.

Close or seal off the ends with a wood or plastic strip under the panel at each end. These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation. Apply sealant to the back side of the closure near the ribs and over the flanges to seal gaps. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.

To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos. Also seal the opening between z bar flashing and ribs on each end of the z bar. You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel.

For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. Step by step instructions for installation of gable and rake trim on an exposed fastener panel. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.

Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof. Additional screws should be placed 12 on face staggered from top screws. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. These will stop the entry of rain wind and pests.

Use polyurethane sealant between the z bar flashing and the metal roofing panel. You can see my pencil marks where i ve had it up on the roof and i ve made the measures to fit in between the panel and the gable trim.