How To Install Metal Roofing On A Flat Roof

Step 1 measure the roof height.

How to install metal roofing on a flat roof.

Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof line. Try to space the screws about 12 inches apart down the entire piece of metal. You will use metal roofing screws to secure the metal panels to the sheathing. Moreover try to ensure that the screws are all aligned evenly.

And for any exposed fasteners try to avoid over tightening them. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. Take your first sheet of metal and place it on the roof so that it overhangs the edge at least 3 4 in 1 9 cm. Asphalt roofs typically last 20 to 30 years depending on the installation and shingle quality.

Measure the height. Measure the height of your roof adding 2 to 4 inches to your measurement to allow overhang. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart down the entire piece of metal. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.

Step 3 install the metal edging. Take care the first piece is aligned precisely perpendicular square to the edge. This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. 5install metal panels or shingles.

In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th. Step 2 create a base. How to install metal roofing. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.