Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle.
Roof sheet installation method.
Allow for a minimum of 18.
Roof installation method statement a basic guide to preparation introduction this guidance note gives practical information about creating a method statement.
Installing corrugated roofing 1.
If installing a new roof on a bare roof deck cut 6 inches off the first starter course shingle and apply the rest of it on the lower corner of the roof overlapping the rakes and eaves by 1 2 inch.
Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.
For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.
Don t use stainless steel screws j hook and carbon washer as they may damage the sheet.
Remember it is just one component in a vast array of systems available.
Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.
Pre drill holes on the ridges.
With so many materials and installation methods available choosing a roofing base sheet can get very complicated.
Re shingling an existing roof is the easiest method of installation for a diy homeowner.
Most panels come up to 32 feet 9 8 m in length.
Measure the roof area.
Application of polymer modified bitumen liquid membrane with cement screed for non insulated roof slab.
Cut the panels to the desired length.
The groove portion should not be on the outer side.
Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps.
A completed sample template has been included in appendix 1 and a blank template in appendix 2.
Generally most roof systems are tested as assemblies with each component compatible with a specific set of other components.
You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process.
Improper contacts make the roof vulnerable to water leakages.
Don t install the roof sheeting during rains sheets get wet and slippery.
Remove the old roof.
Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails.
If yours do not then you will need to drill holes.
Some panels have pre drilled holes.
Do not allow dirt accumulation on the sheet.
Slide the sheet one rafter width over the end of the roof so the edge is centered on the next rafter offset one rafter spacing from the first piece of installed sheathing from the row below.
If you wish to use the template in appendix 2 to construct your own documents.