How To Install Rake Trim At Peak On Metal Roof

Step by step instructions for installation of gable and rake trim on an exposed fastener panel.

How to install rake trim at peak on metal roof.

Fasten gable trim with x inch metal to metal lap screws. With the rake trim in place i m going to slide the z trim underneath and make a mark on the roof deck so i know where to install it. Here at 1st coast metal roofing supply we value our customer service and p. The point at the top of the roof where both slopes meet up is known as the peak or ridge.

Lap screws should be placed 12 on center hitting the high seam of roofing corrugation. A metal roofing ridge cap is the trim that s installed along the peak of the roof. You can then apply tape seal to the bottom and fasten it to the roof deck. Learn how to install gable and rake trim on a metal roof.

Before we put the gable trim on we need to put tape seal on top of the z trim to make. Next place the outside closure atop the tape and apply tube sealant along the top of the closure. Next cut it to length. Butyl sealant tape should be placed parallel to the gable on the high seam of the roofing panel.

The first step is to apply tape sealant butyl tape along the top edge of the panels. Prior to fastening gable trim remove all protective plastic from gable trim. We will position this on the roof so that we can fasten it to the roof deck and install the rake gable trim. Their purpose is to prevent moisture from intruding beneath sloping panels.

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