How To Properly Roof A Shed

Shingling a wooden storage shed roof is important for a great looking and long lasting shed.

How to properly roof a shed.

Start by removing the shingles. Lower the first rafter truss into place at either the front or back of the shed. How to shingle a shed roof. Work your way up the roof.

Pry off old roof shingles with pitch fork. Staple felt every 6 to 8 inches. By starting with the roof first you ll have the sheer strength of the siding holding the framing together. Install a starter course of shingles.

If you take off the siding before the roof you might find the shed is wobbly and unstable. Fasten the truss by driving 8d finishing nails at an angle down through the board just above the birdsmouth notch and into the underlying wall plate. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to reshingle a roof. Attach the truss firmly to your shed.

Roofing felt drip edge shingle. Nail in place to attach the trusses to the foundation of your shed and to keep them in place for the addition of your roof. Nail down loose roof sheathing to rafters. Nail a row of full shingles on top of the starter course.

For this project you will need. You can either get on top of the roof or use an a frame ladder and stand next to the structure. Use 3 nails for each side. Attach the end rafters to the wall plates of your shed frame.

They need to be secure for permanent use. Cover roof deck with 30 pound felt underlayment.