Standing Seam Metal Roof Installation Instructions

By andrew grace issue 272 january 2018.

Standing seam metal roof installation instructions.

Remove any nails sticking out and reposition any metal gutters so that water flows properly off the roof. Secure each panel with clips. Step by step instruction on how to install a standing seam metal roof. Snap lock standing seam metal roof installation factory made panels and flashing go together without specialty tools or subcontractors.

This means that the minimum roof slope required for panels is 3 inches of rise per foot. Snap first two to three inches of panel together and slide the panel tight against the eave trim or with the gap depending on the temperature. Necessary tools materials and supplies a roofing hatchet or a carpenter s hammer. Apply roofing paper over the roof sheathing then over each.

When you re a remodeler in a rural location you often have to venture into uncharted territory because there s nobody else to do the job. Sr2 standing seam roof panel. Standing seam metal roof installation process. Ordering and applying trim the most common flashing for standing seam roofing is the ridge cap which is used at the.

Place sealant over underlap rib before sliding hem over the eave trim. Basic preparation for the job the most important thing about installing standing seam is to measure the roof. Use hip ridge flashing to locate correct position of zee closures. I prefer a hatchet but in some.

We cover all the basics of metal roof installation. Install additional sections of hip ridge flashings with minimum 4 inch end laps and tube sealant at laps. Installation of panels roof panels we require at least a 3 12 pitch for standing seam panels to ensure proper water drainage. This was the case on a.

Snap the panels together and fasten along the opposite side and top of the panel. From underlayment venting layout. Then remove the rest of the roof including all the shingles. Fasten with appropriate substrate fastener at minimum 4 fasteners per zee or 3 inches on center.

First focus on removing the oldest shingles that are sticking out as well as any flashing or vents. How to install a standing seam metal roof step 1. Apply a row of tube sealant along back face of zee closure adjacent to panel legs. Rivet hip ridge flashing to top flange of zees at 18 inches on center both sides.

Each panel is laid vertically over roofing paper.