Installing Metal Roofing Panels

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[@deansolano1483]

This is by far one of the best installation videos I’ve seen on you tube . Thank you for sharing.

[@allandelusso3912]

Indeed!!!

[@TheReddragon1984]

“It’s easy to get off, when you’re screwing”. Truer words were never spoke. 😂

[@homeplaceadventures]

This is an EXCELLENT tutorial video on installing a metal roof!! I just did the roof on my timber framed pavilion I built and the info in this video was instrumental in making sure my first metal roof install was super smooth. Thanks!!

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Glad it helped!

[@alexanderking9462]

I'm putting new metal roofing on my tinyhome next week, weather depending, and this was extremely helpful.

[@LiamG903]

To put an end to the debate of flat vs rib. We built two 18x40 sheds, one went on the ribs the others in the flats, after 15 years the flats have had a few leaks and needed more screws replaced. The ribs have been leak proof and have not needed any to be replaced. Always screw on the rib, never on the flat.

[@robtmohr]

I was really confused why they’d demonstrate that screw location “for a roof”. For a wall, screwing on the flat is fine, but for a roof I’d never screw on the flat.

[@LiamG903]

​@@robtmohrI know, I'm in the northern Canada and no one ever does it in the flat, I asked about 5 different roofers and they all said we've done on the flat before like they said and they always have issues. You just have to be careful not to over tighten on the rib

[@James0the0Bradley]

Really helpful video. Thank you! Installing a metal roof on my workshop tomorrow, this has given me lots to think about.

[@reddoodler]

This is the most useful roofing video I've found. Thanks so much. Wish I'd seen this before I roofed the house 40 years ago.

[@peterfrancese3556]

One of the better videos on roofing.thank you.

[@kendean4278]

House, barn and 4 out buildings with metal. This is an excellent video

[@hobel73]

What a great demo. I like how you went into the reason that you do or don't want to do certain things. Thanks!

[@chrispaterson4942]

Well done Sir . Said with finesse & no fluff!

[@ArneJohanssonMpls]

Awesome videos! Thank you for putting these together and for sharing your knowledge.

[@atraincg1]

Great content. I am currently building my first home with metal roofs. Great information and guidance. Thank you.

[@Richardson501]

Hi, how did your roof install go, did you run into any problems? I have yet to install. I'm still repairing the deck.

[@baconvt1949]

I usually stack them on a sawhorse and pre drill them and it serves two purposes, keeps the screws straight and it is easier to start the screws

[@petercraw8188]

Great video with lots of practical advice.

[@ronholm7547]

Just wonderful. So helpful. Thanks!

[@alwaysnothing]

Great vid! Super helpful.

[@Farmboy2917]

I just finished one side of a 48 by 16 foot roof on my mother's bungalow , 4/12 pitch, using 28 gauge panels 3 feet wide . I did not pre-drill The first few panels and found that I could not drive the screw without marking and punching the hole first . To do this I had to work on my knees with multiple tools in my hand , and I had to build a jiffy roof ladder to support myself. The final panels were marked and pre-drilled in a stack of 6 panels . This made it easier to line them up on the roof , and most importantly I could drill by standing over the holes with just the screw and driver to deal with . It took only a few seconds to drill each hole , compared to over a minute per hole the other way , and there were no filings around the screw head.. The manufacturer recommended ridge drilling , and every house in our Canadian town had ridge drilling . So , always pre-drill.

[@donamanbemis1181]

Use self tapping screws and make sure they have washers on them or they will leak

[@iluvdrywall]

Pre-drilling is not required when you use a impact driver.

[@markmarkw1919]

@@iluvdrywall I dunno; maybe all metal-roofing screws are made self-drilling by default, but if yours aren't you'll probably dent the ridge tops trying to get them to puncture the metal to where the threads can grab. I'd definitely test this out on some scrap first.

[@cadiehl1]

I’ve read in MANY places that you should never predrill.

[@-_.Nameyourcatdog._-]

pretty good detail in your explanation. Red chalk always stains it's why i love it when im doing tile. I just bought a big fixer upper and i was going to try doing a metal roof for the first time it looks pretty easy ive done a ton of remodels and stuff and this was very helpful thank you. it's the small details that make the job better. Love it

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Glad it was helpful!

[@opetitaulongo2707]

Iooking job roof sub ples

[@czeidman8908]

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[@brucejoyner1174]

Love the videos have helped a lot I watch over and over

[@elizabethvogt2306]

An excellent video with clear concise explanations. I am using metal panels to repair a barn door. Thanks

[@mab1176]

Very informative, THANK YOU ! !

[@jburritt426]

I enjoyed this. We put a new roof like this on the tractor shed. 24x80. Had it done in 3 hours. 3 people made it nice.

[@JudythJ60]

Thanks so much for these videos. I don't know when I'm going to get around to using the info., but at least I've got it now!

[@treyman8106]

Great videos! Very informative and comprehensive. Thanks!

[@RoyDollwet]

You answered so many questions that I had.................Many thanks.

[@alanjbuddendeck186]

Helpful information and insights. Thank you!

[@LonesomeElk]

Thanks for making this video.

[@68ray]

Excellent instructions. Thank you for posting.

[@waynepowell567]

Excellent. Very useful and thoughtful. Thanks for the edification.

[@RainMaker94]

Good info, Don’t forget to pre drill your screw lines on the metal, keep them straight. And use master flashings on chimney and plumbing flashings. Another note is to use enclosure foam along the eave under the panel to prevent moisture and debris from blowing up the rib and under the panel

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Good tips!

[@DSkimRS]

get self drilling screws so u dont have to waste time with pilot holes

[@RainMaker94]

@@DSkimRS pilot holes take less than 10 minutes and can turn your job from a farmers quick and dirty to a professional quality job. Straight clean lines make a world of difference. You’ll never be able to eyeball the screw lines straight ans if you’re measuring or using a chalk like as you go you’ll be wasting far more time than piloting holes while your metal is still in a stack on the pallet.

[@Lucas-jy7cv]

@@RainMaker94 that's a great idea

[@iluvdrywall]

Pre-drilling is not required when you use a impact driver.

[@smithersjones3018]

Great video. Thanks for doing it.

[@shanevan4106]

thanks guy's - nice clear info , much appreciated!

[@randombrandon1940]

Wish I could hire you. Professional!

[@mrarmy300]

"It's easy to get off as you're screwing" Completely agree! Great video though, thanks

[@joemartinez6182]

very well explained, thank you very much looking forward to more of your videos.

[@paulgarcia6000]

Thanks for sharing your guides 👍

[@nancysmith9487]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and intelligence on how too... Didn't realize there are multiple parts of videos. My apologies for thinking a head.

[@danheuveline7805]

Great detailed video!

[@bluegorillacookies]

Awesome video! Could you install metal roofing over battens that are attached to roofing rafters (no osb decking) if closed cell spray foam was applied underneath?

[@roofingcontractorsuk4285]

Great video about installing metal roof panels :)

[@larrymoremckenzie3029]

I remember many years ago as a young Iron Worker apprentice from time to time i'd get sent to work on Butler type metal buildings,what a royal pain in the ass,insulation different type screws. I remember the roofs caulking,insulation seam screws,drills i could care less if i never seen another one! But i remember the roof seam screws especially,was very easy to strip them and probably leaked at some point!

[@karlschwab6437]

Fantastic video! I am planning on having a metal roof installed on a gable roof at our home in northern Michigan. There, we get a lot of snow and I would like to have a roof that will not have to be replaced every 10 ~ 15 years like a asphalt roof. I will hire the work to be done, but with your video, I will know what questions to ask the installer to see if they know! Thanks again.

[@coreyhamby2989]

Karl Schwab metal roofs are great but asphalt architectual shingles if installed properly should last 25-30 years in any conditions. Also if you are set on metal i would strongly consider Standing Seam. It has no visible fasteners and looks amazing and lasts much longer than 5 rib. It will cost more but be well worth it.

[@w8what575]

With snow and metal roofing…when u get a heavy snow, ur gonna have to make sure u can budge the snow so it slides off right. Away because if it’s allowed to melt a bit and then refreeze, it creates a dangerous situation..,that sheet of ice will come down suddenly and can injure or kill someone quickly…this is one disadvantage of metal roofing in snow areas…otherwise metal roofing is the best way to go…lasts a lot longer

[@kenwhisenhunt7820]

I've put screws in both ways. the screws loosen up over time. I fine it better to use seal tape on the over laps and screw on the ridges. Also the screws in the flats cause leaks and catch leaves and cause build up over time ! I removed old shingles use 30 lb felt installed with no furring strips (flat on roof) and used inside closers at the eves ! I had an Insurance adjuster comment, he had seen several metal roofs come up after strong winds (the closer strips prevent that).

[@dandonohoo8208]

Last panel you didn't show,just what I needed.

[@affordabledesertliving3487]

Excellent. Specific and to the point which is so helpful.

[@dmgladden]

Hi, Ive just done my conservatory roof using the 100mm (4") insulated steel sheets and really it was so easy and its so strong i have a span of 2.7m (9') with only end support and i can walk on it

[@bayview94124]

Thanks for the video!

[@aplleyva]

Very good demonstration Thx

[@stubbornfive]

excellent videoes helped me alot

[@myrond3588]

An easy way to keep the screws in a nice line is to use one of the spring retractors commonly used for keys, security cards, etc and use a magnetic hook on each end. The magnets commonly have a hole in the middle that sits over the previous panels last screw and put the other on the metal center of 2x or a chalkline.

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Great idea!

[@nomorelibs9228]

Thank you for this vid, worth well more than a like and a sub. Thank you again.

[@chrislutz9342]

Yes. We do this often on outbuildings.

[@RHill79]

well said This is a great video thank you sir

[@davidpritchett5974]

Great video.. 71 yo so I won't be doing the work myself.... BUT... my intention on watching this video to see how it is done properly and learn the "lingo"..si that i will know just how good a job the folks I hire are doing.

[@zacsdiyreptiles7146]

O boy watch a video and become a pro? Lol

[@lonnieclemens8028]

This is a good video. Thank you for sharing.

[@Stahlmankustomkarpentry]

We just measure where the furring strips are and clamp like 10 sheets together at a time and just pre drill the holes through the sheets to get a straight screw line and easier starting the screw..just make sure to use a smaller or close to same size bit as the screws

[@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594]

One video said nail punch is better than drilling holes.

[@Stahlmankustomkarpentry]

@@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594 yep, I've been doing that from now on

[@polarlab113]

Best video ever for metal roofing.if anyone knows of a better one please let me know

[@toddperry9860]

Great information, thank you!

[@raymond1868]

I like this video i have my first metal roof estimate to give this weekend exposed fastener over shingles just like this. I like everything but ill be putting down underlayment or bubble insulation before the furring straps for condensation purposes also will be using inside foam and outside faom for the eaves and ridge caps cant forget the butyl tape!

[@corystevenson2041]

I took shingles off put down peel and stick underlayment, chalked lined my trusses to screw 2x4 wood strips to and put 1 1/2 Styrofoam insulation in between strips. I did the same screw lines as you for top and bottom but through the highrib everywhere else. Now I want to use self etching primer and cool coat silicone roof paint. Any suggestions on self etching primer on corrugated galvalume?

[@michaelwenzelcppocsm7679]

So helpful thank you!

[@studio2881]

Extremely helpful- thanks a lot.

[@engineeryahyedahir7253]

I like This Business great job

[@chrisgould9960]

Great video

[@sresener]

I am a roofing contractor where there is snow and Ice build up. I have lost count how many rotten facia boards and bottom of the roof deck I have replaced when Lazy contractors just strapped a old asphalt roof and didn't think about ice build up or condensation forming under the metal. I always recommend tearing the roof and installing a proper high temp underlayment. Plus you don't have to worry about water overshooting the gutters.

[@marthinuscilliers3726]

Hello Shawn. How about if I tear the old roof off down to the deck, lay down 30# felt, and then install the panels flat on the felt? I didn't put straps down... Do you strap it even if you tear the old roof off? I ordered synthetic felt with my material, but the order got messed up and I didn't receive the synthetic felt, so I bought 30# locally.

[@danderson1462]

Thank you for the helpful information!

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Glad it was helpful!

[@strannick2212]

Awesome video

[@patrickpeterman4890]

I got a little confused about the location of the last panel you installed; did you put the "panel you ripped to size "underneath the previous panel? or over the previous panel; I,m referring to the edge that was cut with the factory edge facing toward the end of the roof; the cut edge "OVER OR UNDER the PREVIOUS PANEL?? GOING LEFT TO RIGHT; VERY GOOD VIDEO LEARNING AS I GO; THANK YOU,PATRICK.P

[@RealWolfmanDan]

This video is invaluable. What is the butyl tape for

[@dennisgrubbs1929]

Great video Thanks 👍

[@tittyrino]

I run foam strips along the eave's to keep water n ice out.About 3 inches up from the bottom.The panel dealer should have form-fit foam for whatever style panel used.

[@stn7172]

What is that

[@learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594]

@@stn7172 my menards desk said to skip It is crap…fell apart on my coop roofs.

[@trinifirst6702]

You didn't SHOW how you installed the final piece of panel especially since it was uneven at the top and bottom. Also I see you're installing over existing shingles. Is that allowed under building codes? (I'm in Florida). Would it make a safer roof if the panels were resting directly the flat surface of the roof?

[@mikegrant8490]

Just been watching my neighbor two doors up from us having the second asphalt shingle roof installation in about the last 12 years. Our metal roof has been in place since 1999. It's still got a few years left on the paint warranty. Meridian panels by McElroy that cost us about $3,500 in materials for a 17 plus square roof. That's about half the cost of the crappy asphalt shingles the neighbor is going having installed for materials. It makes no sense to me why anyone favors buying new roofs every 15 to 20 years at increasingly expensive prices based on oil when metal roofs can last lifetimes. Our energy savings in the summer have paid for the metal roof at least once already.

[@zimvader25]

Because metal looks like shit. We aren't all backwater country folks that have no problem living in barns. I'll gladly pay for beauty.

[@Arthurian.]

"those crappy asphalt shingles" last roughly 30-50 years when they are dimensional. I have a feeling you're "that" neighbor 🙄

[@mustangecoboosthpp3869]

@@Arthurian. Not in Florida plus Florida now allows insurance companies to refuse to cover a roof that is over 15 years old.

[@Arthurian.]

@@mustangecoboosthpp3869 eh, I'd have to see the actual house bill to buy that story.

[@mustangecoboosthpp3869]

@@Arthurian. Google it this was all passed in the last year and a half.

[@chrislutz9342]

I have on a few occasions installed insulation (EPS or poly-iso) underneath the metal but in these instances I still used the wood strips over top of the insulation. While the fan fold would do well to insulate and separate the metal from the decking or shingles, it would not accomplish several of the important tasks of the wood strips. These include: 1) Establishing a solid and dependable surface to attach the metal to. 2) Creating an air gap beneath the panel to facilitate better ventilation

[@tomperkins5332]

Great information, Thanks

[@chrismanno1168]

How far apart do you put the 2x4s? Great video by the way. Really good stuff you have here.

[@otakop67]

+Chris Manno Most of the videos I've seen on this use 1x4s and space them 2 feet on center. What I've also seen (and seems like a good idea) is to use 3/4 inch thick foam board insulation (Mylar backed) in between the strips. A 1x4 is actually 3/4 x 3 1/2 in size. It acts as support for the metal panels when you need to step on them so the screws don't elongate the holes, fills the void so strong winds can't lift the panels from underneath and adds insulation.

[@polarlab113]

1x4 is ok for a shed or lean to depending on slope.if it steeper then 1x4 is ok .on a low slope I would use 2x4.and on a house the optimum would be 2x4

[@stevemckinzie7398]

Very thorough thanks

[@christianheidt5733]

Some good info here! 👍 Thx

[@davidolds1972]

Good job 👏

[@cherylmartin4050]

Interesting. What is the size of the boards that support the metal panels and can insulation go between shingles and metal?

[@thomascoghlan9232]

great video! please tell a beginner if the short or long vertical edge goes on top or bottom.I'm sure it matters and have been told 2 different ways.

[@David-zv2em]

I am replacing the existing flat roof over my two car garage because of water damage to the top as well as the plywood sheathing underneath. Q1: Can I install this metal roof panel over the joist or do I need to install new plywood sheathing over the joist and then the metal roof on top of the plywood? Q2: If I install the metal roof over the plywood, do I need to install anything on top of the plywood before installing the metal panel? Q3: Do I need to caulk or seal the top of the fastening screws to prevent any potential water leak?

[@gabe5946]

A+ on this video!!! Great job! Thanks buddy

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Glad you liked it!

[@nancysmith9487]

Would it be a good idea to install insulation between old roof and new metal. After framing it out. Is it possible to have a roof leak. Please watch this video. Again. May want to install some of this really nice roofing material. Even on the inside of... for like warehouses. Just a thought.

[@dandydonslife9869]

Good info, thanks..

[@darrinjackson1194]

11:00 "it's easy to get off when you're screwing" hit me right in the chuckle wagon. Lmao

[@vinny6_9]

would be nice if you had a ridge cap video as well! i just put the panels down thanks to your vid, and now waiting on the ridge cap to get here.

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Just posted a ridge cap video. Check it out!

[@noahbrewster8263]

Thank you

[@miltonwaggoner1111]

I like these how to videos

[@josephseewald4687]

In your demo, you never did install any foam closure strip underneath the panel on top of the nailer strip, was that just a oversight for the video or are they really optional? Are they to be worth buying and installing? Thanks

[@cynthiamoon372]

Unless it is a roof over an open sided pole barn, I’d sure as heck want something to keep nesting hornets out of the attic.

[@johnvescovi9934]

Thanks for the tips

[@petercraw8188]

What is the best way to plug or repair screw holes? I have several salvaged panels I’m going to make a 12’ X 15’ storage shelter for my tractor and I’m going to have lots of extra little screw holes. Thanks. Great video.

[@polarlab113]

I had used metal for my barn.instead of filling the old holes I used them by trimming the panels to match the strapping underneath.or you could install the strapping to match the holes.mine was a reroof job so I cut panels to match the holes.I guess you might waste too much roofing but I had lots of length.another method you could use is to sheath the roof with OSB or plywood and use all the holes.in lieu of that you would use a quality silicone sealer and fill the holes

[@alansmith2693]

I've pre-measured and pre-drilled the holes on the ground. Stack 5 or 6 sheets and pre drill them. Easy peezy. Worked like a charm. But I'm just here looking for pointers.

[@off2f]

Never ever put screws in the valleys. Always on the ridges. If u put them in the vally you will always have problems over the years..trust me I have a 100 yr old roof

[@off2f]

All because they work some place doesn't make them an expert. I'm just saying what I know after owning a 100+ year old home with a tin roof for 30 years. I've had a roofer 30 year vet do my roof when I was sick and I'm still dealing with screws in the valleys. Once you put that whole in the vally it will always be there no matter how you cover it. Tar & fiber seal is only a band aid

[@Beandiptheredneck]

off2f it’s an ongoing argument and honestly it doesn’t make a difference. The screw is holding out water no matter where it’s installed, and if it’s not then it needs to be replaced regardless of where it was put in

[@off2f]

Think what you want. I'm going by what I have learned on my +100 year old house and I've never had any problems until i got sick and had to get a roofer to work on my +100 year old roof and he put screws in the valleys and ice dams habe caused problems all the time, you can say I'm wrong all you want but I lived in this house for over 30 years and always took care of it myself and never had an issue until i got sick and had to get some dum half wit roofer to coolseal it and he thought it need screws in all the valleys where there was never a nail let alone a screw

[@Beandiptheredneck]

off2f I’ve installed numerous metal roofs (that don’t leak) with every screw in the valley, your roofer did something wrong if it leaks after putting screws in the valleys. And it wasn’t putting the screws there that caused the leak

[@chrisbrady9122]

Do you have to build a box around your vent pipes underneath the metal so the screws will catch I'm doing a metal roof over a tin roof on a single wide I did the firing strips and insulation in between the furring strips I have another vent pipe so if I need to do it then I need to do that one right

[@sparky5860]

Great video...... Thankyou....... I’m a new subscriber.......

[@michelbazile9182]

Very Interesting.

[@ericjesscunningham2563]

Great information, thanks.

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Glad it was helpful!

[@x007xo55y]

Thank you for your info it helps alot....

[@RoofingIntelligence]

Glad to help!

[@WADYNASTY77]

im thinking about installing this in a small over hang porch that is attached to my home is there any video you may have that shows how you would mount the roofing to the brick in order to make it water tight so that it would just run off the porch roof

[@Duranosaurus]

Thank you!