How To Installing Metal Roofing

Add the metal panels.

How to installing metal roofing.

These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation. In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. Metal roofing can also be significantly more expensive than pvc. You are essentially sealing off the metal roof with this flashing and you need to make sure that is securely fastened.

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. If playback doesn t begin shortly try restarting your device. One downside is that the metal sheets have a susceptibility to denting both in installation and during hailstorms. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel.

Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. 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. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos.

Videos you watch may be added to the tv s watch history and influence tv. Next you are ready to install the metal roof. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Metal roofing resists rot is not susceptible to insect damage and is non combustible a boon in fire prone areas.

The edging or eave flashing consists of metal strips that are used to cover the perimeter of the roof. The eave flashing or edging is just the steel metal strips used to cover the entire perimeter of the roof. Use your 1 1 4.