How To Put Tin On A Flat Roof

Use metal 1 inch roofing nails to install the metal edging that goes around the perimeter of the roof.

How to put tin on a flat roof.

This helps in setting up the lap of the panels. Lay the panels on the ground the way you want them to be on the roof. Metal specifically aluminum is known for its durability. You can also nail a chalk line straight every 2 feet to use as a guide.

Horizontal plastic closure strips these attach to the top of the pergola to hold the roofing panels on since they should be installed every 2 feet you will need about 5 for every 8 length of paneling. Metal is one of the most popular materials used for flat roof replacement. Secure the screws but do not overtighten. In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th.

Install the panel so that the short lip overlaps the large lip. Flat metal roofs can last for almost 35 years in ideal conditions. Run a bead of 100 percent silicone sealant along the underside of the short edge of the next panel. Plus it has the added advantage of reflecting heat from the sun which keeps energy costs down.

Take care the first piece is aligned precisely perpendicular square to the edge. Take your first sheet of metal and place it on the roof so that it overhangs the edge at least 3 4 in 1 9 cm. Follow manufacturer s instructions for the sealant application. This is not a complete install only basic install on a bungalow i.

Install a corrugated roofing wall connector panel to a wall with roofing sealant when installing panels for a patio cover. The traditional metal roof types such as 5v crimp shown above and corrugated are rated by the manufacturers for use down to a 3 12 pitch three inches of vertical rise for every foot of horizontal run. Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance. They also come in 12 lengths if you have a bigger roof to cover.

Step 1 select a tin roof type decide what type of tin roof you want by selecting either an r panel or v crimp style. For an r panel style you will need to install it with 5 16 inch lap screws. The washer under the screw head should seal to the surface of the panel without bulging or shifting. Step 2 take measurements.

This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. Add the metal panels. In this video i m installing some metal roofing over an existing ash fault shingled roof.