Putting On A Metal Roof Yourself

You ll want to order metal panels that are an appropriate color and look to complement your.

Putting on a metal roof yourself.

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. Measure the roof area. You will need to order enough metal material to cover the entire roof and this process.

In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle. If you need to reposition your gutters do so at this. Remove the old roof.

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.