How To Install Metal Roofing Over Plywood

When using plywood nail it directly to the purlins and screw the metal roofing panels through the plywood into the purlins as instructed by the manufacturer.

How to install metal roofing over plywood. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are. 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. How to apply metal roofing over plywood step 1. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener.

I was planning on putting plywood over the rafters and cross the rafters with a 2 x4 every 16 to secure the metal roof to. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. In this video i m installing some metal roofing over an existing ash fault shingled roof. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing.

And for any exposed fasteners try to avoid over tightening them. Try to space the screws about 12 inches apart down the entire piece of metal. Inspect the plywood for damaged areas. Most metal roofs will also require underlayment as well as a slip sheet.

In reading online it seems wise to install a vapor barrier over the plywood to prevent condensation from getting adsorbed into the plywood from the steel roof. Place the first screw. This is not a complete install only basic install on a bungalow i. Remove all unused vents pipes and protrusions.

You will use metal roofing screws to secure the metal panels to the sheathing. Moreover try to ensure that the screws are all aligned evenly. But it seems the condensation will affect the 2x4 strapping. Repair any rotted sections of plywood before installing the metal panels.

To watch the entire series from the beginning click here. Applying the underlayment and the slip sheet. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Sweep the plywood clean of all dirt and debris with a push broom.

After the original roofing is removed what you will want to do first is look for bad pieces of.