How Two Install Metal Roofing

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How two install metal roofing. One downside is that the metal sheets have a susceptibility to denting both in installation and during hailstorms. The edging or eave flashing consists of metal strips that are used to cover the perimeter of. Learn how to install your own metal roof from roofing professional chris lutz. 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. In this video i m installing some metal roofing over an existing ash fault shingled roof. Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance. Installing your roofing 1.

In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel. Take your first sheet.

Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Remove the old roof. 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. Add the metal panels.

Step by step easy to understand instructions will help you do the job right the first time. You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. Place the first screw.

If you want to install steel over asphalt your best choice for installing metal roofing is to use a steel shingle system like the one shown instead of the more common and more expensive standing seam steel. Metal roofing resists rot is not susceptible to insect damage and is non combustible a boon in fire prone areas. This is not a complete install only basic install on a bungalow i. Our metal roofing series is the most popular choice.