How To Load Shingles To Roof

Lay the first row of shingles directly covering the narrow starter row.

How to load shingles to roof.

Put on your work gloves. Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof. Using your staple gun secure the felt to the roof. This video is unavailable.

How to load shingles on your roof part 1. Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches. Snap a horizontal chalk line over the starting row to use as a guide. Moreover it helps professional roofing contractors complete a roofing shingles installation in a much faster way.

Only stack a few bundles high so there s no risk of them toppling over. If you live in an area with inclement weather you should consider using a special ice and water protector. Skip navigation sign in. Cut six inches off the length of the first starter shingle nailed on then use the rest of them full size.

Before installing a new set of roof shingles you need to take advantage of a chalk line to create a proper guide. You may carefully lay 3 tab shingle bundles over the roof ridges or hips so long as you don t lay too many bundles in the same spot. How to load shingles on your roof part 1. Install new flashing metal.

Step 2 carry the bundle of shingles carefully up a stabilized ladder.