How To Install Metal Roof Trim

Learn how to install gable and rake trim on a metal roof.

How to install metal roof trim.

Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Here is a short video showing how. These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation. Place the first screw.

We use this z trim between the ribs attach it to the roof and then attach the final trim to the z. Fastening prior to fastening gable trim remove all protective plastic from gable trim. 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. Take your first sheet.

The edging or eave flashing consists of metal strips that are used to cover the perimeter of. Step by step instructions for installation of gable and rake trim on an exposed fastener panel. Here are some overall installation steps using fasteners. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below.

Lap screws should be placed 12 on center hitting the. Installing your roofing 1. Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance. Align the center bend of the ridge cap directly over the center line of the roof ridge.

To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel. Add the metal panels.

Insert a magnetic 1 4 inch driver bit into a power drill. It s very important that when you re installing the z trim that the paint always be on the visible side so that when you look up at the roof you have panel and a continuous finished paint visible to the naked eye. Do you need to install eave or fascia for a metal roof.