How To Install Metal Roofing On A Flat Roof

This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house.

How to install metal roofing on a flat roof.

Measure the height. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. And for any exposed fasteners try to avoid over tightening them. Step 3 install the metal edging.

A steel roof is a lifetime investment lasting 50 years or more if it s a good one. Moreover try to ensure that the screws are all aligned evenly. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th.

Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Step 2 create a base. 5install metal panels or shingles. How to install metal roofing.

Try to space the screws about 12 inches apart down the entire piece of metal. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart down the entire piece of metal. Measure the height of your roof adding 2 to 4 inches to your measurement to allow overhang. You will use metal roofing screws to secure the metal panels to the sheathing.

Asphalt roofs typically last 20 to 30 years depending on the installation and shingle quality. Step 1 measure the roof height. 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. 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.