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How to install metal roofing.
Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.
Measure the roof area.
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.
Start with one side of the house at the top of the roof.
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.
These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation.
You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process starts with measuring the.
Add the metal panels.
Install the eave flashing.
Place the first screw.
Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below.
Installing your roofing 1.
To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos.
Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel.
In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge.
Screw in the next sheet making sure that it overlaps the first sheet.
Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance.
Take your first sheet.
Screw a metal sheet into the wood of the roof through the tarpaper.
Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.