How To Installing Metal Roofing

In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge.

How to installing metal roofing.

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. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel. If playback doesn t begin shortly try restarting your device.

The edging or eave flashing consists of metal strips that are used to cover the perimeter of the roof. You are essentially sealing off the metal roof with this flashing and you need to make sure that is securely fastened. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Metal roofing can also be significantly more expensive than pvc.

Use your 1 1 4. Next you are ready to install the metal roof. To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos. One downside is that the metal sheets have a susceptibility to denting both in installation and during hailstorms.

Metal roofing resists rot is not susceptible to insect damage and is non combustible a boon in fire prone areas. Videos you watch may be added to the tv s watch history and influence tv. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. 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.

Add the metal panels. Take your first sheet of. The eave flashing or edging is just the steel metal strips used to cover the entire perimeter of the roof.