How Tro Install Metal Roofing Ends

Learn how to install gable and rake trim on a metal roof.

How tro install metal roofing ends.

For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. Apply sealant to the back side of the closure near the ribs and over the flanges to seal gaps. You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process. No sales pitch or other fluff.

I m going to mark the z trim cut it and install it so that we can install the end wall trim using stitch screws. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. You can see my pencil marks where i ve had it up on the roof and i ve made the measures to fit in between the panel and the gable trim. To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos.

Measure the roof area. Place them directly onto purlins that are attached to the roof trusses beginning on the outside edge. Place the first screw. Just simple 3d animated digital instructions on how to install rake trim on a masterrib metal roof.

Fasten gable trim with x inch metal to metal lap screws. Step by step instructions for installation of gable and rake trim on an exposed fastener panel. Lap screws should be placed 12 on center hitting the high seam of roofing corrugation. Also seal the opening between z bar flashing and ribs on each end of the z bar.

Close or seal off the ends with a wood or plastic strip under the panel at each end. Additional screws should be placed 12 on face staggered from top screws. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. The cutting of the z trim is straight forward.

Remove the old roof. Use polyurethane sealant between the z bar flashing and the metal roofing panel. Masterrib is a 36 wide 5. 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.

Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. Butyl sealant tape should be placed parallel to the gable on the high seam of the roofing panel. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.

Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your.