Putting On A Metal Roof Yourself

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Putting on a metal roof yourself.

You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. Measure the roof area. In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge.

If you want to install steel over asphalt your best choice for installing metal roofing is to use a steel shingle system like the one shown instead of the more common and more expensive standing seam steel. 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. Start at the highest point and the furthest point from the trash container and take off all the old shingles flashing. You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process.

Remove the old roof.