How To Install Metal Roof Panels

The eave flashing or edging is just the steel metal strips used to cover the entire perimeter of the roof.

How to install metal roof panels.

You can use 1 inch nails for the installation of eave flashing. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. The edging or eave flashing consists of metal strips that are used to cover the perimeter of the roof. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.

When you re installing a metal roofing panel the first thing that you want to do is make sure you re starting square. Next you are ready to install the metal roof. Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance. Add the metal 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. You are essentially sealing off the metal roof with this flashing and you need to make sure that is securely fastened. Use your 1 1 4.