How To Properly Put A Tardown Roof On

Next use 1 inch nails to secure some metal edging to the perimeter of the roof.

How to properly put a tardown roof on.

Here s how to go about it. Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit. Start from the top of the roof and remove the old shingles along with the flashing underlayment and vents. Store them on the ground floor for now.

We often put sentimental and fragile items in the attic but that makes them very vulnerable during a roof replacement. Before you install metal roofing repair any damage to the wood under the shingles. The 2 by 4 should be about 2 feet longer than the tarp width. Hammer down any large nails that are exposed by the removal.

Lay more 2 by 4s on either side of the tarp and attach those as well for a tight well secured water barrier. Then cover the entire roof with a layer of insulation and secure it with a staple gun. Extend the top edge of the tarp over the ridge of the roof. If the plumbing vent is close to the peak of the roof lap the shingles over the peak of the roof.

To secure a tarp to your roof. Adhere the shingles adjacent to the flange with roofing tar. Installing a new roof over an existing one also called a layover or nailover is often possible although not always the best option. To minimize water damage in the interim before long term repairs can be made cover the damaged part of the roof with a tarpaulin.

How to install a roof over an existing roof. In this video i take show how to proper recover an old roof and make it look like it s a single layer check it out you might find useful tips for your new. Find the source of the roof leak. Install a layer of roofing insulation as recommended by the roofing manufacturer.

Trim the shingles away from the ridge vent hole. Adhere the joint where the cut edges of the shingles meet the dome with roofing tar. Store them on the ground floor for now. Attach he ridge cap shingles with two nails each.

Stretch a tarp flat on the roof. Inspect the underlying roof sheathing for damage and make any needed repairs. Make the pile on a flat area away from flowers and shrubs.