How To Install Metal Roofing On A Flat Roof

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How to install metal roofing on a flat roof.

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. Asphalt roofs typically last 20 to 30 years depending on the installation and shingle quality. Flat metal roofs can last for almost 35 years in ideal conditions. An affordable option and easier to lay than shingles tin is the most commonly used type of metal roofing.

Use metal 1 inch roofing nails to install the metal edging that goes around the perimeter of the roof. The metal roofing will be installed onto the top of the boards. Let s take a look at the most common types of metal roofs for houses. The good news is that there are many different solutions in terms of installing metal roofing panels including tin aluminum and steel.

Remove the old roofing. They need to be about every 2 feet apart. Although you can install corrugated metal roofing over shingles for the best foundation it is recommended that all the old roofing be removed. Metal roofing resists rot is not susceptible to insect damage and is non combustible a boon in fire prone areas.

Metal is one of the most popular materials used for flat roof replacement. Work at a comfortable steady pace trying not to rip up or carry off too much old roofing at once. Take a metal sheet and use inch metal wood screws to affix the roofing onto the wood slats. This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house.

A steel roof is a lifetime investment lasting 50 years or more if it s a good one. Step 3 install the metal edging. One downside is that the metal sheets have a susceptibility to denting both in installation and during hailstorms. Plus it has the added advantage of reflecting heat from the sun which keeps energy costs down.