How to install a Metal Roof on a single wide.

In this video I try to outline the key steps on installing this metal roof. It's a great way to refurbish a older mobile home.
-Always remember to nail or screw your boards into the trusses under the factory tin roof.
-when installing your first metal panel, ensure the bottom of the panel has the same over hang on both sides, coming off the drip edge. This will ensure the your panels run straight. You will have to adjust if it starts running up or down.
please leave questions and comments, I would love to answer them all. Thank you.

[@karlkirk2294]

You are not bigger talker but I understand clearly how to install the metal roof. Which for me is better then the guys who talk too much.

[@toddhale5387]

Just put vinyl siding someone gave me on a 1971 single wide and gave it a much improved face lift.This is my project next spring to finish it off.Great video to get me motivated.

[@rogerl8488]

Do you have a video of that? How did you do it I have a 74 model do I take all metal siding off an put vinyl just like you would a house?

[@robertdunn7913]

Please do some more of these mobile home videos with a little more detail and close ups. Great job on the roof.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Thank you Robert, we will do our best to add future installs. :)

[@edwardperez7665]

Outstanding work. Great job. Very nicely done. Wish I could find fine workers like you guys. Thank you for the great video. Outstanding!

[@lauramichelle4947]

My husband and I are going to do this to our new mobile home we just bought. Thank you for posting this.

[@kristieandjeff2720]

Excellent video, my husband watched this and is currently outside installing a metal roof on our house. We appreciate all of the helpful instructions and tips 👍

[@rickyelliott3458]

yes mam, thank you!! I hope everything turned out great!

[@llllwrightllll]

Great video. I've been wanting to roof my single-wide and your video has given me a lot more confidence. Thanks.

[@michaelstefani2193]

So there's no gutters it just runs off the roof on the single wide, you covered up the gutters or you just left them underneath?

[@llllwrightllll]

@@michaelstefani2193 I took the factory gutters off, because they were in such bad shape. I installed 5" K-style house gutters

[@llllwrightllll]

@@michaelstefani2193 5" house gutters with a super thick bead of Lexel between gutter and home, hidden hangers on 24", screwed on 4", downspouts on all four corners

[@rickyelliott3458]

I'm happy to hear!! congratulations!!

[@saulruvalcaba8493]

Where are you guys located ????

[@markmaldonado9614]

My friend you did an excellent job I do metal roofing myself on mobile homes and you give me some great ideas keep up the great work beautiful job you did

[@rickyelliott3458]

Thank you Mark, I'm glad you enjoyed our video! :)

[@shannonj3228]

Where are you guys located? Do you do work in South Carolina.

[@millertime3794]

Excellent work

[@jasonvergara7705]

😅awesome awesome job guys keep working hard at doing beautiful work, thanks for the help keep the videos coming

[@richardspearsii286]

Good job guys. Turned out nice.

[@MrMed-hl2fq]

Nice clean job.. I would have like to see additional insulation blown into some old roof holes...

[@victorhinnant7768]

You did an awesome job bro. God bless and be safe.

[@nathantjenkins93]

Great job Ricky. I do a lot of work in Charlotte and some S. Carolina work near the Pee Dee. With about 15 years experience, screws in the ribs are just fine. With the amount of rain we ha e been getting lately, it’s probably the best idea.

[@laschell59]

im going to do mine and i will add a bead of sealer between my over laps as a protection. Make sure you know which way the wind blows 90% of the time. Why because you need to lap start at the end the wind comes. this way the tin just rolls with the wind.

[@dannysaunders7646]

Great job

[@davidburks5178]

I think I would have added a layer of ridged insulation between the 2x6s for additional R-factor as well as to reduce any noise from the suspended metal panels. Just a thought.

[@richardspearsii286]

Good observation and thinking. It is common practice to add insulation. I think he used 1x6 material not 2x6. The R value of ridged insulation for that application would be R5. They did a pretty good job overall. I like to vent the eaves for intake air between the panels and the existing roof,by having 1/2" routed notches every foot and spacing the boards at the lap boards allowing air intake to flow to the top,where I usually run a continuous vented ridge. I usually add felt paper before the firing strips. And I use butyl at the eaves,and caulking on the laps,at the top and opposite side of the siphon groove. I have added insulation board between the furring and every bit helps in a mobile home. The way the did it,will most likely outlive the home.they did just fine. But like you mentioned,adding insulation is a good way to improve the installation,and there is always room for improvement.

[@rickyelliott3458]

@@richardspearsii286 You can if you'd like, but the cost does go up considerably. There are no problems without though.

[@staffinggroup1448]

Is ridged insulation a certain type of product or do you mean the process of filling the space with insulation. If so, what type of insulation is suitable?

[@alchoathemule]

Just my input the insulation is worth the cost and the time to put in between.

[@TheMexicano.]

I think it would reduce the rain sound. Insulation. Is good.

[@dman3349]

Really nice roofing job Bro! We had a 29g roof installed recently and it’s a mess. If I knew then what I knew now I would have probably installed it myself. FYI, I would highly recommend anyone looking for a metal roof to atleast step up to 26g steel. Also, keep close eyes on your contractor throughout this particular project. Ensure they do not over tighten the screws and damage the paneling. Check the valley seams, they should overlap 6” minimum. As for the vent/chimney flashing make darn sure they’re placing the upgradient end under the metal sheeting to help prevent water from infiltrating beneath the flashing. In short, manyyy experienced roofers and suppliers have told us they do not recommend metal roofing. It’s HIGH maintenance due to the material quality, expanding of materials, likelihood of wind blowing rain backup and under seams. If a Roofer won’t send you a professionally written estimate with their letterhead, followed by a written warranty, many references for roofs they’ve installed several years prior than do not waste your money on them. We now have to remove our brand new roofing due to liars that believe they can roof but truly don’t have the skill level to cut the material properly, lay out the panels, know the best way to seal seams, etc. Pay 1/3rd cost and get the lifetime warranty shingles that also covers 25yrs of labor and be done.

[@rickyelliott3458]

A thick 29 gauge is great. you will pay upwards to in increase of 30% on material's alone to gain minimal effects on impact resistance rating. it's simply not worth it.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Metal Roofing is the future, and if installed correctly. It will truly last a lifetime.

[@grandmachickenscluckingoodsoap]

The problem with shingles on a mobile home is the weight. Shingles add a lot of weight that needs to be supported correctly. Most mobiles with a factory installed metal roof will need additional support under the rim joist. In the southern US, shingles also have a much shorter lifespan because of high uv breaking them down faster. You may see issues forming after 10-15 years so you'd never get 25 years out of the shingles. A metal roof is superior, and adds much less weight

[@terrysmith1914]

I can attest to the added weight problem two layers of shingles bowed my walls out

[@jamalgadson2541]

Good job

[@icandsc]

all this seems very straight-forward and logical. my only concern is whether its a good idea to punch holes in the factory roof. I suppose I need to do it right the first time, or perhaps use sealant of some kind?

[@learyrichardgeorge300]

Nice video..thank you

[@goodfriend7609]

Looks like you guys did a nice job on the roof....it's June 2020 and I'm about to do this myself later this fall on my double wide home.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Thank you. That's awesome, be sure to get a galvanized substrate and it will last forever.

[@eamonaugustine1262]

On the rake when you started putting down the wood . You should have used a solid board up the rake and the opposite side . To stop uplift . During severe weather events. Great roof job as well. Im53 yrs old 32 of them ROOFING .

[@cdoublejj]

maybe you could explain to my parents a metal roof doesn't cost 20 thousand dollars and can be cheaper than asphalt in the long run

[@eamonaugustine1262]

@@cdoublejj Actually a metal roof could last 50yrs plus. Shingle roof s last 15 to 20. Ive been roofing 35 years. All depends on where you live in the usa.

[@rickyelliott3458]

I agree, that would have been a better idea. I do warranty my roofs for 20 years though. So the home owner is covered regardless.

[@jonathanking6546]

I am planning to do something very similar to what was done on this video. I might use more 1x4s or 1x6s closers together because we have real wind in my area. I am not a roofer and would like a little clarification on what you are saying. Are you referring to the short ends of the mobile home? Please explain so I have a roof that will withstand the heavy winds we get.

[@frankcordon4092]

Great video I'm gonna try it. My roof really needs a little TLC.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Best of luck, give me a call if you have questions.

[@e.l.e7007]

Clearly you guys do excellent work! As for the video production, you could edit this down to 10% of its overall length (1 hour 18 minutes! yikes!) and the instructional aspect would not suffer, and include some technical aspects like what fasteners you use to attach 1x6 boards, and you would have a decent video.

[@follc1991]

That’s why there main job is construction lol they can build your house but they can’t edit a video well. BUT there better then I am in both departments

[@charlescoyle4345]

Good job, would have liked to see the finished product from the ground. Couldn’t see the edge cap of the roof, and how that fit against the side of the mobile home. Thanks

[@lucasgarcia601]

Closer strips good idea i took apart metal roof that my mobile home had before and it had alot of gunk inside at ridge even though metal was bent so that gunk wouldn’t get in it still managed it way in there

[@rickyelliott3458]

If you have a ridge vent installed, It's a good idea to install screen wire. I've done several repairs from other jobs where someone didn't use it. It helps the best.

[@walterseigler3139]

You didnt explain how you sealed around the exhaust vent pipes could you add that in a future video? Thanks and great job

[@rickyelliott3458]

I should have explained that, I will add it in my future video's. I use a tripolymner called Geoceal. If you can fit a pipe Jack over a penetration, it is best to use that. In this situation I chose to cut it tightly and seal around the exhaust vents. They both landed in the center of two joining panels, so I made sure to seal up the laps in case any water worked backwards and wicked over.

[@45potus6]

Very good question, my main reason for watching!

[@thechildressfamilygospel2039]

Question ❓ would I need a moisture barrier under the new roof metal .thanks.

[@normandofranca5430]

Great job, nice work ,Thank you.

[@pablopalacios7688]

Hi, great video, my question is, how did you locate the rafters to know where to nail down the 2x6's? Thanks

[@follc1991]

Good question

[@tanman34fl]

Not sure but early in video you can see where original roof panels come together. I think those are where rafters are.

[@tlojewelrylove]

Looks like you did an excellent job! 👍 I realize this video is now old and you may not be reading comments but if you are, how much would it cost to install a new roof on an old 1985 14 x 60 mobile home with a pitched metal roof? It is actually 14 x 56 when excluding the tongue. Thanks.

[@duke5867]

How wide of a gap can you leave for the ridge cap?

[@rolandwillis4387]

Job well done,,

[@isaaczamora9741]

Great job I got a mobile home that I wanna put a metal roof on. Just one question how much was the material? Again great job

[@rickyelliott3458]

it depends on the quality of metal. prices go up every year.

[@rclidinst]

Hello, I am wondering what a job done like this would usually cost I have a I believe a 14 x 70 single wide?/ Thank you

[@jeffreydixon8796]

Good video thanks 👍

[@darkmagna9004]

Great video. Need a cameraman so we can see the process close-up, as you're doing the work. I was really hoping to see how you tighten the screws without collapsing the rib? Without some kind of backing under the rib, it'd be easy to over-tighten. So since they aren't technically tightened as I know something to be tightened, what prevents them from backing-out a tad over time and then leaking?

[@rickyelliott3458]

Thank you for the feed back. There is a washer that is in between the metal rib and the screw head. During the tighten process, all you need to do is pay attention to the washer. When you begin to over tighten the washer, It will expand as pressure is appliqued. So the best gauge as to what a tight screw is, is to mainly focus on the washer as you are tighten down the screw. People who buckle down ribs do not pay attention to the washer or force being applied from the screw gun.

[@pattsieyeager7669]

That's really nice !

[@kylewoodward7078]

Nice job! New sub. A little more details on the trim would be great.

[@rogerl8488]

Very good job!! So you give a 5 in over hang can a 2x4 be attached to the bottom to put gutters on or how would gutters be installed? Thank you

[@aaroncurrier4891]

Yes you have to find angel of roof cut 2x4 to that angel screw it through hang over into 2x4 bend your metal flashing 2x4 xhangover x1 1/4 tab to nail

[@frankortolano5886]

Excellent job,so what was the total cost

[@angelanuccio2167]

Great video we learned a great deal from it, but would you please show a close-up on how to cut the rake trim to fit also when you were putting the ridge cap on did you overlap or just put them against each other im sure that wasn't just one piece lol?

[@TheSepticGuy]

Is the roof too heavy for that single wide? I want to do the same but I’m afraid that’s too much weight.

[@stevevasquez7754]

First question what were the nails that were used on the 1x4 on the perimeter, they seem to have some kind of plastic seal. They are under the two by inch edging.

[@stevevasquez7754]

Second question were the gallery shank nails, into the one by fours to secure them to the roof? And how long are the nails

[@LeeRose-wx1vs]

If I'm going over an old metal roof on a trailer house all I have to do is put down a sweat barrier underlayment and then run some Bridge boards down it like you did put the metal right over it I don't have to use decking right? I could just screw right into the 2x 4S right or 2 by 6 right

[@helenstarr8323]

I missed a part. How did you brace the walls when you took the roof off?

[@gonzobongo6669]

God bless & thank you for the video, may I ask- in most Mobile Home applications especially in older models do you have to beef up the structure around the roof to have a strong stable hold on the additional heavy weight of a metal type roof on a rounded roof install. I'm going from a rounded 1971 roof to a brand new slight pitched roof. I was told by a roofing company that you have to beef up that structure on the older style rounded roofs?

[@Jemgirly]

You are probably right about that. Instead of doing the metal roof, an alternative might be painting your whole entire roof with Henry’s 100% silicone. That’s probably what I’m going to go with

[@rickyelliott3458]

I prefer flat roofing on those older homes, but i have seen people install full sheets across them with a slight curve. I personally would install rubber though.

[@houndhunter4106]

Were getting ready to do this to our 1987 single wide, the exact same way you did it in this video, only difference is were using 1x4s instead of 1x6s. My only concern is will putting a new metal roof over the original metal roof cause it to "sweat" and cause damage to the interior from condensation? Thanks

[@HandsOnRealEstate]

How much did it cost the home owner ?

[@rickyelliott3458]

Call us for a free estimate. Prices vary and the price of this roof has considerably risen due to inflation. 919-935-1389 thank you.

[@HandsOnRealEstate]

Thanks

[@joshuaechols4930]

What is your preferred method on roofs without a pitch? The rounded ones

[@rickyelliott3458]

I have known some company's to install radius panels, I I would recommend EPDM on those types of roofs.

[@punkrockguy1978]

I have a question. What's the other guy doing with the spraying on the roof? Thanks

[@terrysmith1914]

I wish you would explain how you square up the first panel so you know the rest will be right. Also more detail on flashing the vent stack an end cap. Also did you drip edge the panels? Job looks very nice bit then so did the existing roof so why the roof over?

[@earlgibbs187]

It's a good video but tell what kind of tools that you are using to attach the 1x6 to the existing metal roof

[@kaykay0038]

I just had my 16x60 done and the covered the vents! What do I do? They said it would be fine 😮

[@ShortyVJ-0187]

Did you put a 1×6 at the ends of the mobile home like you did at the bottom of the slope?.

[@Pixelatedrat]

I'm switching to a metal roof my mobile home has ridged vents and static box vents. Does a metal roof require me to keep the box vents as I've yet to see any have them or any that added soffits. All seem to just have the ridged vent

[@christopherneil988]

What size and kind of nails do you use to hold the boards down to the roof? also how many nails do you need to use and how far apart.Thank you and the roof looks great.

[@rickyelliott3458]

8 inch sinkers work great! and I try to nail atleast 2 per rafter on a 1x6. more is better as well, but you can split the wood if you put to many.

[@Greg-or6bl]

How did you find the rafters

[@jeffbuzzard6837]

Were you using a impact driver to run the screws? If not please let me know what you were using, Thanks and great video.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Hi Jeff, Yes we were using impact drivers. A normal screw gun with the correct bit attachment works just as great. If you choose to use a impact gun, be mindful of how far you are fasting the screws down. you risk buckling the metal and damaging the washer if to much force is used.

[@ShotgunAndAShovel]

are these just untreated pine 1x4's? do i need to add foam board insulation down first or at all? Being put directly on my OLD mobile home factory metal roof.

[@rickyelliott3458]

they are untreated 1x6's yes. I would not recommend putting down on the bare metal. Also, using treated wood will cause issues with the screws.

[@terryelliott4848]

Mm old roof is leaking,and I have watched this video 3 times and I got to say bro you do dam good work, Hell I don't even know you and I would recommend you to people, question? What size of wood do you use to frame the roof out,, 1x4,, 2x4,,I want to do it just like you did this one, do you screw them down or nail. I sure hope and pray you dont get angry with me asking these ques.s , I live in florida and I'm 70 yrs. Young and there's only me and my wife of 35 yrs.together, hurricane Irma went thru here I been patching every since, Just a short little story,I was a electrical lineman for about 10 yrs, so I needed a change so I went into the army, got out in1977 went back to work I fell about50 to 80 ft ,since 1981 I've had 6 total right hips put In,3 left knees,last one was completely artificial, I broke my back, 5 surgery's on my shoulders, I could go on an on. I'm just watching you to see what size of everything I need is .sorry to tell u my life story,we dont drink or drug. Are they anyway you could get me that info somehow.

[@michaelstefani2193]

Ricky thanks how do you get the old gutters off there's so much aluminum Coatings over the roof it's hard to determine whether you cut them off or they held on by screws?

[@rickyelliott3458]

I think it is best to just cut it off. If you unscrew it, it will open up the siding and eves.

[@luckyl.6429]

I'm about to do this on a trailer I just bought, but I would like a 1' overhang. I watched another video doing this and he used 5/8" plywood covered by underlayment over the entire roof instead of strapping. This was also the way he got his overhang. I thought it might be overkill but it definitely won't hurt. What are your thoughts?

[@decolonizeyourlife141]

About how much did it cost you to do this and how long of time? I need to replace my roof on my single wide trailer (1216 Sq ft) and I'm having a hard time figuring out how much this would cost me if I would do it myself with some friends

[@rickyelliott3458]

shoot me a email and i can quote you for an estimate on materials. If in the area, we can have it delivered or shoot you in the right place.

[@ShotgunAndAShovel]

is there any way this will collapse the trailer under its weight?

[@BettyTosh-km8mj]

Nice job, what is the price on it

[@curtislowe2973]

Do you have a material list ?

[@howdiedoodie8587]

How do you find the rafters in the roof to nail your 2x6’s to. Or did you just mail it anywhere and hoped you hit a rafter somewhere. I didn’t see anything about hitting a rafter on the original factory metal roof.

[@terrysmith1914]

Not 100% sure but I think the metal roof original to the mobile home has seems that align over the rafters. If not most of the time you can see them as the roof hangs on them like skin over a rib cage. You can feel them when walking on the roof

[@corey7348]

hope that roof is vented somewheres mobile homes need it

[@tlojewelrylove]

There was at least one vent shown in the video.

[@TheMexicano.]

When you over lap the ridge cap do you put any sealant in the joint ? I was just wondering !!

[@tonysmith7729]

Since you covered the existing built in gutters with the 5” overhang, how would you install gutters in this application? Thanks

[@rickyelliott3458]

Hi Tony, if gutters were planning on being installed, I would remove the existing ones or cut the j channel so it is flush. Then attach the gutter brackets to the fascia. If their isn't any wood for the brackets to attach to, I would recommend strap hanging the gutters to the metal roof.

[@crystaldavid7896]

Would gutters be needed?

[@toniahand6251]

Why do you use 1x6s and not 2x4s or 2x6s? Could you have put foam boards between the 1x6s against the metal and under the new metal roof?

[@rickyelliott3458]

They provide the best surface area in order to walk on. 2x4s are slimer. And 2x6 is way to much.

[@philipzanoni]

The reason I clicked on this was to see how you did that pipe penetration and you never showed it thought it was alright watching you put the roof and but you never really showed us anything close up so everything I already knew about Roofing is all I want the way with no answer the questions

[@richardspearsii286]

Which pipe were you referring to? If it was the bathroom or kitchen exhaust vent pipe,then there is a product called a decktite or decktight it's a cone shaped rubbery metal reinforced flashing that gets caulked and sealed then screwed to the roof. Usually grey, sometimes black and then red when it's used in a heat application. They can be used on penitrations from 1/4" to I believe 24". There are also options to add metal exhaust hood,in various sizes depending on the needs.

[@lanelashbrook8559]

What would the labor cost me to have a 14x80 metal roof on my mobile home

[@markv151]

Any condensation issues between roof systems ?

[@cdoublejj]

i've heard even small leak shouldn't really be a problem with the old roof beneath

[@markv151]

@@cdoublejj The old roof underneath is now perforated with fastener holes so I doubt it is water tight .

[@cdoublejj]

@@markv151 that would be an awful lot of condensation

[@rickyelliott3458]

No issues with condensation.

[@FoolisH409]

Could you use 1x4 lathes instead of 1x6? Any reason for one over the other?

[@troycartrayvick]

When you guys stripped it out with 1x6's, what did you hit under the aluminum? There must be wood trusses underneath? If so, are the trusses under each seam of the aluminum? Thanks.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Hi Antler, Thank you for watching our video. We did hit the trusses underneath of the aluminum. They aren't very big, so you have to be sure your hitting them.

[@osvaldogrijalva3851]

Good question. I was wondering for the same thing. Thanks.

[@lukecreason8404]

Thanks you answer my question lol

[@houcoogster]

I noticed there are no screws in the center of the panels only on the lap edges, are you going to come back and add those after you finish?

[@jamendricgarrett3630]

What size screws did u use

[@howdiedoodie8587]

I didn’t see any butyl tape being used on the laps of the metal. Also how to you know how high to bring the metal on the ridge. A lot of installers I’ve seen use plenty of butyl tape and silicone 1000 on joints and laps. Aren’t you worried that if a strong wind comes through and no rafters being hit, that that roof will fly off?

[@dannysaunders7646]

What does this usually cost ?

[@thechildressfamilygospel2039]

Do I need a vapor barrier when doing this type of roof. Thanks.

[@scottfennell6996]

Can I do the same on a 1970 mobile home thats 22' x 40' ? It has a white painted metal skin on it that is peeling badly.

[@bbtg]

Is it possible to do a metal roof on older rounded roof, currently rubber roof?

[@rosasandoval3967]

What material is te Blue that is under the green lámina can show other video for doble wide mobile home please I like your video first time watch your vídeos thanks i live in vista ca

[@cjt554]

I'm a novice, but I have a few questions. What's the overlap on the panels and ridge-cap? I noticed that you placed screws on the flat part of the panel at the ridge line. Do you attach the ridge-cap only through the ridge of each panel? If so, what's the spacing?

[@rickyelliott3458]

Overlaps with ridge cap need at least 4 inch's however I would go no less than 6. to ensure wind driven rain wont push upwards. I screw the ridge cap down to the panels (into the 1x6 underneath) on the rib sections of the panel's. If near the coast, do every rib. if in the piedmont region or further inland, every other rib is ok.

[@freeloaderacreshomestead702]

How do you know where the studs are to nail/screw the 1x6 down to ?

[@rickyelliott3458]

The best way is to feel for them underneath the existing tin roof. They are small, but you can hit them no problem.

[@chrish3720]

You might want to consider staggering the joints of those 1x6 next time, offers a little more support in a wind storm.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Screw patterns would look horrible. But I could see a small benefit.

[@chrish3720]

@@rickyelliott3458 No, start your first run with a whole 1×6 then start your second run up with one 1×6 cut in half. This way you have the butt ends of your lath breaking on different truses. If the wind should get under the tin it won't pill whole sections off at once.

[@rickyelliott3458]

@@chrish3720 I see what you are saying. I agree that would help more. I would definitely use it at the beach.

[@chrish3720]

Just trying to help. I like seeing a young man give it a shot. I've been in business for 24 years now. A capenter for over 30. Those old guys taught me a lot in the beginning. Have good day and good luck.

[@reidhanley6996]

What was your helper spraying on the existing roof early in the video? He was using an aerosol can and wiping it off the roof.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Hi Reid, thank you for watching our video's. The home owner requested that we grind away the exposed rust & spray rustoleum over it. So that's what we did. From a professional stand point, I don't believe it's necessary. However we did anyways :).

[@robertdunn7913]

I was wondering the same. Why do that if you're going to put holes thru it when installing the strips.

[@kennethmarion9]

I have a trailer this size the only difference is mine has a chimney. What's a ballpark figure on price for a job like this?

[@rickyelliott3458]

Hi Kenneth, I will private message you.

[@rickyelliott3458]

I wasn't able to figure out how to send a private message. Please email me at [e-mail]. I will respond promptly.

[@laschell59]

how big is your home. there are 2 equal long sides, n 2x width if its 14x2= 28. 2 x 80 = 160. then the center of your roof you need to find the pitch. multiply this plus how much you want as an over hang. I'm an old lady n know this answer....Oh heck just get a thin person to get on thr roof and never walk across a mobile like that. walk on the beams that are too thin any way ha ha ladder end to end then at the ends measure across the top edge bling theres the answer.

[@ProudPoorTrailerTrash]

Is the ridge cap all the same width?

[@youjustgotserved8207]

What type screws do you use to anchor metal to plans? How long of a screw do you recommend?

[@terryelliott4848]

Good morning mr. Elliott, man I just subscribe to your word videos,man I got to say you know your profession well,I wish We live a little closer, oh I just left you a comment on your video putting a metal roof over old roof, that looked easy but we know better.it look like a14 x 70,,, money dont have none we are saving all we can and do it our selves good lord willing. And by the way, my last name is Elliott,,, Terry Elliott, originally I'm from maysville Kentucky but I've been in florida for 30 yrsnow, I just need to know what I need and the sizes of everything, nice talking to you Ricky Elliott , Terry Elliott.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Hi Terry, Thank you for your kind words. email me at [e-mail] or give us a call. I would be happy to assist.

[@calliephillips1314]

How do you know if your trailer can support the weight of a metal roof over like this? I have an old 1975 mobile home.

[@curtislowe2973]

About what is the cost estimate ?

[@Greg-or6bl]

How do you know where to screw the lathes. Is it at each band or where

[@llllwrightllll]

Do the 1x6's need to be treated? do you notch the bottom side of them to allow condensation to escape. Do you recommend peel & stick ice & water shield before the 1 x 6's?

[@rickyelliott3458]

They are untreated, and should be that way. treated can have negative impacts on the screws, You can put down ice & water if you want, but there isn't any reason to put it down. That is mostly used for valleys and shingle roofs.

[@SkylerWohnhas]

How long was the sheets of metal

[@retiredmil48]

I noticed you put some foam along the ridge, before you put ridge cap on, my question is What was the measurement distance to place the foam on metal roof.

[@rickyelliott3458]

I try to set the foam towards the center of the outside and inside. TO allow the pressure from the screws to hold it down and in. Their is also sealant that will help fix it in place.

[@jayjohns2657]

i would like to do my mobile home what is cost to do one thanks.

[@rickyelliott3458]

Call or text us at 919-935-1389 or you may email is at [e-mail] thank you.