How To Put Metal Roofing Down

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

How to put metal roofing down.

Remove the old roof. 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. You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.

Measure the roof area. To watch the entire series from the beginning click here. 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. Place the first screw.

You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.