How To Do Metal Roofing

Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.

How to do metal roofing.

Try to space the screws about 12 inches apart down the entire piece of metal. 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. Take care the first piece is aligned precisely perpendicular square to the edge. Many homeowners and roofers are choosing it not only for safety but for durability.

Moreover try to ensure that the screws are all aligned evenly. Metal roofs must be laid flat on a vapor barrier because steel will condensate if there s any air space underneath it. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. And for any exposed fasteners try to avoid over tightening them.

Metal roofing is also available in the form of shingles. You will use metal roofing screws to secure the metal panels to the sheathing. Put the steel down directly on a vapor barrier. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails.

Get free shipping on qualified metal roofing or buy online pick up in store today in the building materials department. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart down the entire piece of metal.