Putting On A Metal Roof Yourself

Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails.

Putting on a metal roof yourself.

In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. 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.

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. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps.

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.