How To Install Steel Roof Panels

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How to install steel roof panels.

Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. In many cases it makes sense to remove an old or dilapidated roof and install a metal roof that is better able to withstand the elements. 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. The good news is that there are many different solutions in terms of installing metal roofing panels including tin aluminum and steel.

Corrugated metal roofing can be a convenient and relatively affordable way to provide protection without the need to install metal shingles. Do this until the entire roof is covered. Continue installing the metal panels making sure that the edges overlap at least 1 in 2 5 cm or as required with the adjacent panel. Beginning at the outside edge of your roof place each panel directly onto the purlins that are attached to the roof trusses.

As long as the plywood under the shingle roof is in good condition this way can provide many benefits. When you decide to install corrugated metal roofing you just need to make sure that you have the right materials. Next pre drill holes on the end and side ridges of the panels spacing the holes 6 to 8 inches apart. To install corrugated roofing start by cutting your panels to length with an angle grinder.

If you feel the need for sealants lay a bead of 100 silicone or adhesive silicone before laying the sheet down and make sure the bead is towards the edge of the. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel.

3 install 1 4 purlins down over the shingles before installing the metal roof the third way to install a metal roof over shingles is by applying 1 4 purlins over the shingle roof.