Installing Metal Roof Over Sheathing

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Installing metal roof over sheathing.

Place the first screw. Most metal roof companies recommend installing felt paper on roof sheathing before you install the metal roofing. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. I d not install plastic on the sheathing because it s a vapor barrier.

This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. The asphalt in the felt paper is waterproof and does a great job of protecting the untreated wood roof sheathing. Most metal roof companies recommend installing felt paper on roof sheathing before you install the metal roofing. Remove all unused vents pipes and protrusions.

Moreover try to ensure that the screws are all aligned evenly. Repair any rotted sections of plywood before installing the metal panels. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. And for any exposed fasteners try to avoid over tightening them.

How to apply metal roofing over plywood step 1. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. 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. The asphalt in the felt paper is waterproof and does a great job of protecting the.

You will use metal roofing screws to secure the metal panels to the sheathing. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart. Try to space the screws about 12 inches apart down the entire piece of metal. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.