How To Put Tin On A Flat Roof

In this video i m installing some metal roofing over an existing ash fault shingled roof.

How to put tin on a flat roof.

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. Metal specifically aluminum is known for its durability. Run a bead of 100 percent silicone sealant along the underside of the short edge of the next panel. Add the metal panels.

Flat metal roofs can last for almost 35 years in ideal conditions. Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance. Use metal 1 inch roofing nails to install the metal edging that goes around the perimeter of the roof. Take care the first piece is aligned precisely perpendicular square to the edge.

Lay the panels on the ground the way you want them to be on the roof. This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. 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. Take a metal sheet and use inch metal wood screws to affix the roofing onto the wood slats.

Metal is one of the most popular materials used for flat roof replacement. Install a corrugated roofing wall connector panel to a wall with roofing sealant when installing panels for a patio cover. Install the panel so that the short lip overlaps the large lip. They also come in 12 lengths if you have a bigger roof to cover.

Step 2 take measurements. Clear roofing panels i used the suntuf 26 x 8 panels. However with a seamed or crimped roof style you won t need screws. In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th.

You can also nail a chalk line straight every 2 feet to use as a guide. Follow manufacturer s instructions for the sealant application. Secure the screws but do not overtighten. 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.

Plus it has the added advantage of reflecting heat from the sun which keeps energy costs down. The washer under the screw head should seal to the surface of the panel without bulging or shifting. For an r panel style you will need to install it with 5 16 inch lap screws.