Installing A Metal Roof On A Double Wide

How to install metal roof on a mobile home.

Installing a metal roof on a double wide.

Cut any excess. 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. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. As long as the plywood under the shingle roof is in good condition this way can provide many benefits.

Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. Place the first screw. 3 install 1x4 purlins down over the shingles before installing the metal roof the third way to install a metal roof over shingles is by applying 1x4 purlins over the shingle roof. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.

Unfold strips of fan fold insulation across the length of the roof after it has been scraped and cleaned thoroughly. Metal roofs are typically put over an old roof which can add insulation value. Lay strips of 1 by 4 inch furring end to end and 2 feet apart across the length of the roof. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.

This makes the total of a 2 160 square foot roof cost between 8 640 and 10 800. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.