Installation Of Flat Metal Roofing

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.

Installation of flat metal roofing.

Remove the old roof. See page 6 for more information on screw spacing and ordering. The average cost to replace a flat roof on a 1 500 sq ft. Step 1 measure the roof height.

Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. A specially washered screw applied through the flat of the metal is the most recommended method used to attach roofing panels. Step 5 install the metal trim. Step 2 create a base.

Watch me install a new metal roof on the eco ranch. Step 3 install the metal edging. Measure the roof area. Measure the height.

Installation prices quoted below are for very simple roofs over 1 000 sq. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. 1 inch screws can be used if penetration of only inch is either necessary or desired.

You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process. You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your. There are installation tips and a pretty nice finished roof. Start at the highest point and the furthest point from the trash container and take off all the old shingles flashing.

If you need to reposition your gutters do so at this. Place the first screw. How to install metal roofing. 7 common issues that could affect a metal roof knowing about the problems that could occur on a metal roof system will help prevent issues from the very start resulting in less time and money necessary for repairs.

If you come across any large nails that are sticking out either remove them and put them in your debris container or. Otherwise 1 inch screws can be used. Home the metal roofing learning center metal roofing problems. Step 4 laying the sheets.