Installing Metal Roofs Panels

Metal roofing is an excellent choice for re roofing projects because metal panels can be applied over existing shingles and other roofing material.

Installing metal roofs panels.

Install metal panels or shingles 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 line. In this situation safety compliance for the crew is critical as the technicians will be working with no decking or sheathing beneath them. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. With many color and profile options metal is a great choice for any architectural scheme.

It is extremely important that this panel be laid square to the eave and ridge so that the remaining panels will line up square on the roof frame. You can use 1 inch nails for the installation of eave flashing. Measure one panel width in from the roof edge. 1 remove the shingles before installing the metal roof the first way to install a metal roof over shingles is by completely removing the old shingles before installing the new metal roof.

Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance. Take your first sheet of metal and place it on the roof so that it overhangs the edge at least 3 4 in 1 9 cm. At this point chalk a line from ridge to eave. Next you are ready to install the metal roof.

Having a proper job specific safety plan with 100 percent tie off rule is a good recommendation. You are essentially sealing off the metal roof with this flashing and you need to make sure that is securely fastened. Low slope metal roofs are often installed as structural standing seam panels over open framing. Add the metal panels.

Whether you are looking to install a new metal roof or repair an existing roof or siding on your. A benefit to doing it this way is that you can see if there is any rotten plywood that needs to be replaced before installing the new roof. The offset cleat allows us to create a true hidden fastener installation. Install the offset cleat along the eave and then you are ready to install the metal roofing panels.

Place the leading edge of the first panel along this line. Take care the first piece is aligned precisely perpendicular square to the edge.