Putting On A Metal Roof Yourself

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Putting on a metal roof yourself.

Remove the old roof. Contents1 tips for installing metal roofing2 how to install a steel roof2 1 measure the roof 2 2 order your steel roofing panels 2 3 cover the shingles 2 4 lay the batten boards 2 5 install the eave flashing 2 6 apply closure strips 2 7 install the first steel roof panel 2 8 install the remaining. In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. Start at the highest point and the furthest point from the trash container and take off all the old shingles flashing.

Measure the roof area. If you need to reposition your gutters do so at this. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. If you come across any large nails that are sticking out either remove them and put them in your debris container or.

Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle.