How To Install Metal Under A Roof

When installing a metal roof over an existing roof before installing the.

How to install metal under a roof.

This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart. While it is possible to put a metal roof over shingles the viability of this depends on the type of roof you have as well as whether it is permitted under local regulations. Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle.

You can use 1 inch nails for the installation of eave flashing. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. You can easily go through several sheets of insulation and know that they are secure.

Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. 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. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. The eave flashing or edging is just the steel metal strips used to cover the entire perimeter of the roof.

You are essentially sealing off the metal roof with this flashing and you need to make sure that is securely fastened. Experienced do it yourselfers can use a nail gun with 8d nail clips instead of a hammer and nails. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. It s a good idea to get a roofing contractor to come and assess your roof for its suitability and check with your local municipal authority for the rules in your area.

Metal roofing 101 diy steel roofing installation over shingles subscribe. Install with staples the easiest and by far the quickest way to install metal roof insulation is with 1 inch staples. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. Use a tool belt that has a hammer loop to hold nails a measuring tape chalk line and a hammer when installing the wood.