How do you install a metal barrel roof?

Answer 1

If you don't know I would suggest that you get at the least some on site professional advice. I just tried to put it all down in a nutshell and gave up, it would just take too long to explain, there is a hell of a lot involved in doing it properly.

Answer 2

The method of installing metal barrel roofing will vary greatly depending on the particular brand of metal barrel roofing.

Check with the manufacturer of your particular metal barrel roofing.

There are two main types of metal barrel roofing: those that are in long panels, cut to the foot from 3' to 20', and those that are in smaller shingle size sections about 14" by 50".

With the longer panels, you generally screw the panels in using screws with neoprene rubber washers. The next metal barrel panel then laps over the the first panel, and so on...

With the smaller shingle sized metal barrel roofing, the installation varies greatly. Many of them must be installed over wooden boards placed horizontally on the roof. Others can be installed directly over the decking. The panels are then nailed or screwed in place over the boards or decking.

Trims vary greatly by the type of metal barrel tile, but are an important part of the roof.

Again, it is important that you find out the manufacture of your metal barrel roofing, as they will be able to give more specific installation instructions, and sometimes videos.

Answer 3

Let's trim our shingles' overhang. The ridge cap will also have to be removed as most of the steel is vented. Metal roofing can generally be installed as a DIY project. Metal roofing installation, however, can be complicated and differ slightly depending on the brand you choose. A metal roof should be installed with the assistance of one or two helpers and fall protection equipment designed for roof work. There is only one specialty tool you'll need: a sheet metal locking tool (available at roofing suppliers or online).

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