Roof Shingle Installation Manual

Measure one panel width in from the roof edge.

Roof shingle installation manual.

Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof. Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches. Panel installation should begin at the gable end of the roof opposite the prevailing rain bearing wind this will provide added assurance against wind driven rain being forced under the laps. Place the leading edge of the first panel along this line.

Apply 1 spots of asphalt roofing cement under each corner and at about 12 to 13 in from each edge. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. Repeat this basic pattern alternating shingles across the roof working toward the right side using the chalk line to keep the shingles straight horizontally. Use minimum 3 8 10 mm plywood or osb decking as recommended by apa the.

Center a minimum 610 mm 24 wide minimum 28 gauge pre finished galvanized metal valley liner in the valley and fasten with only enough nails to hold it in place nailing at the edges only. At this point chalk a line from ridge to eave. Install new flashing metal. Asphalt roofing cement should meet astm d 4586 type ii.

Butt a full shingle up against the cut shingle and nail into place. If you live in an area with inclement weather you should consider using a special ice and water protector. Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle. Overlap each metal piece by at least 150 mm 6 and use asphalt plastic cement under each section of overlap.

Using your staple gun secure the felt to the roof. 3 bundles 1 bundle of 20 and 2 bundles of 22 when applied according to instructions will cover 98 4 square feet 9 14 square meters. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. Legend installation instructions 36 spanish 426 96kb pdf legend 36 quick start guide 857 73kb pdf pinnacle pristine installation hp42 544 35kb pdf.

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