How to Install a Standing Seam Metal Roof from Start to Finish

[@Mrlocdown238]

There are construction guys and there are craftsman. These guys are craftsman!!!

[@shawncummings4653]

As a 30 year metal roof installer I must say sweet job guys, and very professional.

[@9mmkahr]

Damn you guys do a good job. Contractors who care are a dying breed. I am a carpenter (who cares) and admire your professionalism. Cheers

[@puppytheroo]

Very detailed! I'm very appreciative that someone took the time to create this content and shared it. I plan to watch a lot more before I attempt my roof. My husband is a disabled vet so no way we can afford to hire someone. So this type of content is extremely helpful to people like me. Thank you!!!

[@durwoodeverett9202]

I am fixing to have a standing seam roof installed on my house so I started doing some homework and watching these videos these guys are highly qualified from what I see I am in construction myself and I am so glad to see true craftsmanship being done today

[@buildflow]

I’m absolutely shocked about how detailed and complex your metal roofing is. As always, every craftsmanship looks simple until you learn about it.

[@batman607]

I’ve watched a lot of videos, Correction waisted a lot of time watching videos on installing metal roofing and yours is the BEST hands down or hands up or what ever. 🤙🤙

[@fixer687]

Matt Lane is an articulate, thorough, craftsman. Takes his time to show the correct way to get it done.

[@lookiedrew]

Nice job installers.i have installed metal roofs since 1984and still am all I can add is.....take care of your knees and backs fellas and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

[@emb5456]

Where are you located?

[@chasl3645]

Great advice

[@llllll-ux2lz]

That’s quality and knowledge I’d gladly paid for.

[@andrewmisiura8021]

I can't believe this information is free. Thank you!

[@LaurieTyler-jt1zd]

I work for a small family-owned roofing company in my area and have never seen the process from start to finish. I am quite impressed with this video and the diligence of you all and love the finished product. Thank you for taking the time to create this video.

[@joelbauer7583]

Quality craftsmanship, rare these days

[@lrigdrenlrigdren2147]

Thank you so much! I'm a middle-aged homeowner in a different state, talking to a roofer next week about possibly doing a metal roof - something that could outlast me! I know nothing about roofing, but I so appreciate videos that actually show and explain some details, get me used to some of the vocabulary, etc., so maybe I can at least ask the right questions. The workmanship on this roof is amazing, but so are the explanations and the filmography. It is clear you're a professional bunch! Thank you all!

[@alberthoogendoorn2396]

Very good installing singles off ,plywood repaired or replaced ,tops. I had my roof done by contractor , first a liner all over the roof than they placed 1 X 4 vertical 16” hart op hart screwed on the plywood and rafters underneath. After that they installed 1 X 4” horizontal also 16” apart. Then they installed the standing seam steel as advised by the manufacturer. The crew was experienced with standing seam steel roofs . Although i insisted in the vertical installing of the 1X 4”,S.

[@1987bigredk5]

True craftsmanship, the valley and curb tie in looks beautiful.

[@monodeagua3]

I’m absolutely shocked about how detailed and complex your metal roofing is. As always, every craftsmanship looks simple until you learn about it. Thank you for showing the process so thoroughly. Looking to have this done to my home in Florida!!!

[@the-guy-on-your-moms-couch]

The first 1/2 of your comment was copied word for word from another comment. Impossible to be coincidence

[@wertz987]

These guy's do quality work for a big price. I was going to do metal but chose a quality architecture shingle Installer and I couldn't be happier.

[@jonathanbuford1793]

But for the money and lifespan metal is better regardless of good looking shingles. We put up fake slate made of plastic on lake house it’s got about a 50 year warranty which I don’t know why it wouldn’t last longer either way I won’t have to ever deal with that roofing again

[@c5back9]

Metal sheds ice and snow so well it’s an outstanding roofing choice for areas like the east side of CLE that get tons and tons of snow each year. These guys look to be installing it expertly too so I’m going to say, well done fellas - you’ve earned yourselves a few Dortmunder Golds after doing quality work like this. Cheers!

[@beachbarlouie]

If you have vents on the front of the house, Its practicable sometimes to move the plumbing vents to the back of the house if you can get into the attic. The back side vents can be moved most of the time just a few inches. You can use a couple of 45s to offset the vents so they align.

[@shemwayman1146]

MIGHTY FINE JOB, NOW I KNOW HOW MANY JOBS AROUND HAVE BEEN INSTALLED INCORRECTLY.

[@wesleyj36]

Love watching a true craftsman doing such excellent work

[@MrSki-tyvm]

I wish there were more craftsmen like this. Today's installers are crap. I had to argue with Lowe's for about a year to have them send someone out twice to fix my siding. Lowe's tried to say for me to contact the contractor that they gave the job too. I pointed out I purchased the siding and also paid for the installation. Since they took my money for both then subbed out the labor they are responsible and a judge is going to tear them up. I literally had to call Lowe's corporation and inform them if it wasn't fixed I would be placing a lien on Lowe's. Holly Molly, Lowe's sent out a siding specialist subbed out with in 72 hours. I highly recommend getting references from developers that do mid to high end homes. That's where you're going to find the best tradesmen.

[@jepp0711]

When I see a roofing contractor wearing proper fall protection I know they are professionals. And by the way... The roof looks amazing. Well done and thanks for being safe.

[@josephlabonte8502]

It's a 4/12 pitch...if there was no camera they 100% would not wear fall protection

[@josephlabonte8502]

Also look at the rope...he has it pulled to the end....does nothing for you

[@jepp0711]

@@josephlabonte8502 Better read 1926.501 again. Because 4/12 is where harnesses are required. Under 4/12 you can do warning lines and safety monitor, etc. But 4/12 and above... And for what it's worth... Only roofer can get away with it. Every other trade must use fall protection when more than 6 feet above ground. Unless your steel connectors. I'm a GC and also worked for OSHA. Please be safe and go home tonight.

[@josephlabonte8502]

I've been roofing 18 yrs between Massachusetts and Florida and never seen anyone wear fall protection under a 8/12 unless your in a downtown area where OSHA might drive by. Or a city or state job

[@josephlabonte8502]

Also a harness doesn't equal craftsmanship. Not saying this guy did a bad job

[@rickizquierdo577]

Matt I tip my hat off to you !…Great detail!…every roofer thinks he can install a metal roof until they run into detail and roof junctions …include Steep or low pitch and dudes can run into big trouble ..and that’s just waterproofing..not including scratch control and penetration detail…you roofed that home like your own and that’s the final gauge to a proper install!!…Ricardo from BlackGold Roofing central coast California

[@harneksinghmaho6209]

Excellent To be honest, I don’t know how you manage to do such a good job every single time. Very well done!

[@frankryan2505]

Interesting stuff. Run a metal roofing company in Australia, totally different systems over here..like we have a roof peno we always tray it and would never shoot screws into a sheet pan. Have the midwest snips and Irwin vice in common though!

[@davidlucas2795]

I’m in NZ & our code is similar to Aus. Another thing that amazes me about US roofing is that there are no hems, or upturns on the valley trays to stop wind driven rain. Our valley trays are always recessed one inch below the roof level. We also turn down the edges of the sheets into gutters!

[@Philsy1845]

Brilliant video. Super well skilled good team work & excellent product. Most important installation by thorough artisans pride in the job great to see, sure they make it look easy and fast no wasted materials one mistake loads of dosh down the swanee! Wouldn't attempt it special tools and methods takes time to learn pay, relax its there for a lifetime or two by experts. Every detail covered nothing rushed perfect job at finish a joy to see. I'm in UK love the style of the house!

[@thigson189]

Absolutely outstanding workmanship on the roof and great production on the video. Thank you for sharing.

[@mfblowfish4671]

Excellent work, definitely not easy. They should invest in a hemming machine for the trim blanks that has a perforation tool for ventilation on the z bar. Then they can attach the ridge cap on the perforated z bar with color matched rivets. Looks way better but A + for job in total. You would be lucky if your roofer is doing the project as good as these guys!

[@nickycasty9403]

I like the way they work clean and professional

[@wilsonrawlin8547]

This crew is doing the absolutely best install of a metal roof. Way more quality and craftsmanship than I've seen from other installs.

[@DakotaStorm3]

These guys are true professionals! Great video!!!

[@tracymankey9314]

You are a true carpenter take pride in your work many carpenters don’t care any more so sad

[@beardedroofer]

My old boss would've made me seam those overlaps, but y'all did alright. If you vented the Z's, you could use Cobravent stuffed in the peak, that way your cap is continuous across the top with no screws. Good job on that stack. I never thought to box it in like that over the locks. I generally fabricate the stacks on-site, adjusting the layout so that nothing land's on a lock, taking the angle and incorporating it into the pan itself. Good chimney work too. I'm used to working with lead, but you can make it look good with metal as well. Awesome job, I'd recommend you.

[@AlfordLau]

Thank you for showing the process so thoroughly.

[@jachalero87]

Nice job!!! I'm a welder and by watching this video I wan to start doing this here in houston

[@brandonwood2162]

Outstanding craftsmanship and installation! Hats off to you sir!

[@MatthewP-wf9qu]

Excellent video. I like how you made the small curb for the pipe stack on the rear of the home. The custom chimney flashing kit is the ultimate detail, very clean.

[@grandroofing1604]

Hi Adam, it definitely jives with the house. Glad to to see us both 15 years down the road, I remember you coming to my office as we were starting out. we are now purchasing close to 40,000 a month. Thanks Guys!

[@slickrich17]

I have to say I love the metal roofs But before doing all that nice detailed work why didn't you have the chimney tuck-pointed ?? Bad idea to have to walk on the roof later to fix the brick work !! Nice work on the roof guys !! Impressive !!!

[@dustyandsneezing]

This really was a good how to video. I mean every detail is thought of. Really good roofing work!

[@APhilosopherWhoWantstobeKing]

That was a great installation. Never walk, bang or scrape that roof and it will last for 50-80 years.

[@tommywilliams5648]

Thank you for the informative video and this is the kind of workmanship that should be the standard. Excellent work and I am having a new metal roof installed now so this helped me see what is needed to change from asphalt to metal roofing, as well as the process. Thanks very much.

[@amarsharma5838]

The guy doing the work is a gem, Very clean work. I would’ve put insulated plywood 3/4” with 2” insulation.p

[@kyledean6659]

I been doing metal for 30 years still looking for the first customer who could afford that detail,,good on you,,,what's with two lap sheets on each side of the chimney?,,good video

[@Swxt-]

I started my first day roofing yesterday. It is tough work. We were out there for 9 hours in the beaming sun. We did metal but we were screwing down the sheets and stuff

[@BigCountry67]

This dude is the master !

[@Goofy.Roofer]

that boy Thads Famous. =) Shoutout from MI SheetMetalRoofing by Max Allen. We see you guys. We love having you guys put out metal projects in your videos. We love the sales guys. Good Job Guys... Good Job

[@robertthomas7343]

Respect ! Beautiful Work ! Craftsman Knowhow !

[@RobertsMind]

This is a great video. I am in southern Ohio. I am getting ready to do a gambrel roof in corrugated metal on my office shed I am building here in a couple weeks. love all the tips. Keep up the great videos.

[@garrisonmcgugin8206]

Love that you guys lock the synthetic in under the drip edge. We go 4" between nails for extra protection. Do not see that a lot so Kudos!

[@jeffscott4757]

Excellent Video. 🙂👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏

[@erwinbrubacker7488]

Truely Professional !

[@lumberjackdreamer6267]

What about adding a layer of rooftop insulation? Wouldn’t that be the perfect time to do it, since you have to replace the decking?

[@dewholdingsllc1050]

In Texas we would use a radiant barrier sheathing to re-deck a building. Newer sheathing panels such as zip roof already have the weather resist coating on them already. Saves labor and time.

[@TheOffGridHunter]

That chimney detail was fantastic!

[@onopael]

if u were in europe u would not get a single job agian... so low standrads in this country

[@TheOffGridHunter]

@@onopael what was low standard? I have seen a lot of stuff in Europe that was complete crap as well

[@donmoore7785]

I see why metal roofs are more expensive now. Lots of details. I was advised that penetrations must be handled carefully, and I saw in the video where that was definitely done. This came together like a cuckoo clock.

[@TheMetalRoofingChannel]

Absolutely! The details are the most important part to make sure your roof is weathertight. -Thad

[@sharonharris7534]

What a superb job y’all did on the roof n on the video. The absolute attention to detail speaks volumes to your professional pride in the job you do. Perfection isn’t a strong enough word to describe your work ethics!! Sweet job. Stunning results. Hats off to you guys!!!!!

[@flbirdman87]

@@TheMetalRoofingChannel do you all have any experience with the Erie Roofing guys and their new system? Can you all do a video on them?

[@jonbarton6515]

Wow this is an amazing install video and I admire the craftsmanship. Several questions. The bottom end of the panel? What does the install guide say about dog earing or filing the open area with sealant? The pipes. Wouldn’t sliding those metal covers over them create an ever so small area water could get in from?

[@kylebennett5715]

Great work guys! I've ALWAYS preferred ss metal (both snaplok AND mechanical) to any other install

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

GREAT production, I have leaking issues with a Pipe penetration for stove vent, on a STANDARD metal roof, it's beside a ridge & it appears I need a prefab box like y'all use @ 29:28 to get away from the ridge & extend UP where a boot can be mounted flush, WHERE can I buy these prefabbed extension boxes????

[@eligebrown8998]

I bought this 100 year old house. I eventually just tore the house down but i still got a bargain on the land alone. It had a 4 year old metal roof but i noticed the roof had 4 layers of shingles under the metal roof. I took the metal off and that roof was a huge ocean wave from one end to the other. I reused the metal on my big shed i built.

[@minutemandefense3935]

This guy is a frickn artist.

[@donbxman7080]

Great video. I can only hope the contractor I choose will do as good a job as your folks did.

[@mchaffin_99]

How can I reach out to these guys and have them replace my roof. Mine needs replaced after Hurricane Helene.

[@jamesharper855]

Thanks for all your informative videos. I bought my first house and 3 days later CV-19 shut my industry down. I need a roof on a budget so I'm putting on a metal roof by myself. It's a job! How many guys did you have on the roof and how long did it take from start to finish? I'm currently doing a ton of wood work I wasn't expecting and the tear off had so many nails you'd have thought it was a metal roof!

[@Ang.0910]

Hi James. Did you end up replacing your roof yourself? I just bought my first house also and found out during inspection that it needs a whole new roof (not replaced in ‘09 like the realtor stated) and I don’t have the budget to pay for the labor. What manufacturer did you go with? I would like an 1.5” standing seam but I have started researching manufacturing yet. Any tips on instillation? Underlaying brands?

[@kentsanford6863]

Thank you for the video, it was very educational.

[@steveharmon9000]

Will you guys please come to Cape Fl. After Ian we need you. I want you to do my roof.

[@mr.eastcoastgrow6132]

I wanted to do standing seam but I'm building my house solo. I've never done it and am running outta time. I'm gonna have to go with regular steel roofing unfortunately.

[@gotechroofing]

Hi, great video. At 16.32 he states to fan the panels to come in square on the last panel. But, how can you fan the panels with the standing seams over lapping? I don't see where there would be play in an 8' to 12' seam to accomplish this?

[@kaspervblock]

What type of anchors can you use for the finished metal

[@alcz5161]

Question: Do you have a video of a panel overlap with joggle cleat?

[@micahwatson9017]

Nice clean job! I’ve never thought about boxing out a stack like that. 👍 I usually move them to land in the center of the panel on the back of the roof. Didn’t like the use of screws on the cap...rivets look better. Also, synthetic underlayments require cap staples.

[@titansol3226]

Do you have a video on guttering installation over a metal fascia

[@TheMetalRoofingChannel]

Our friends over at New Tech Machinery have a great gutter installation video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJuuf2NpbaiejNE -Thad

[@stefanonastasi5506]

Hello everybody! Amazing content. I have a question. We have to install a few VELUX windows on a double standing seam roof and I'm wondering how to make the flashing around them on site, using the same metal sheets as the roof. Can anybody suggest me a video or a PDF? Thanks a lot in advance

[@pauljimenez4026]

Great work guys.

[@ryanamey5024]

Awesome job! If my count is correct, you put 4 screws per Z bar instead of the 5 or more required by the manufacturer

[@TheMetalRoofingChannel]

Sheffield Metals does recommend 5 screws per z-closure, correct. -Thad

[@leegordon861]

Overall, the guys did a great job. I like the idea from the other comment about moving the vents to the back of the roof and offset them so you’re in the middle of your panel but on the ridge cap, I think rivets would’ve been a lot better than using screws.

[@hosoiarchives4858]

I have high wind will standing seam work for me?

[@johnnelson5083]

Now, if you were doing solar panels using S-5 clips, would you double up on clips holding the roof on?

[@MJ-py3bm]

Great finish

[@tomcoyne1409]

Amazingly informative and well done! Where do you find an installation crew like this?! I've been doing shingles for a long time but really want to get into the metal market.

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

30:14 Is there a company that makes one of those extend UP & LEVEL top to mount a boot to for the traditional Ribbed metal roofs?? Mine leaks I think because the boot flange is bent over the metal panel ridge, the vent ISN'T in the middle of the panel

[@nick99995]

Why add sister boards? You could definitely see the deck was bad, were the trusses bad too? Or was it for a clean nailing surface?

[@jamesonkruger6989]

I am framing my own home right now. What would the ideal width be ?? I'm am at 84 feet but I could reduce it by a few inches.

[@philotis1896]

Nice work cream om the cake to see how to fix a solar panel to it ... ( my plain old flat garage roof )

[@Munene-1]

Well explained, I'll apply this concept

[@greggf.1393]

I briefly thought about replacing my old shingle roof with a metal roof. I foolishly thought I could learn it myself on youtube. There is no way I would ever attempt something this complex on my own after watching this video. Especially when the repercussions of any errors are severe with the nature of the product.

[@january2568]

The two panels that come together before putting the hip cap on....how many inches do you need in between?

[@asm101]

If you are referring to the gap they create for airflow at the ridge vent, then typically 4" slot (2" down each side) also try and keep that slot cut 2 feet away from the ends of the roof as well as any valley junctions

[@aandscrawfoski]

Hello there, how do the boys flash two 45 degree sheets on the ridge, keeping the standing seam or ridge profile or prickle along the top of the ridge please? I'm looking for a 12 inch ridge cap but must have no welding folded to 45 degrees for architectural appearance, rather than basic flat ridge cap. Thankyou.

[@turneduptyler]

Very nice video

[@markmercer6467]

How did you install the drip edge with your cutters attached to facia?

[@matthewreeser8081]

Yes the chimney looks awesome in florida cant do that on the head trim it has to be z'd in but the rest is all the same

[@joemarshall712]

Do you need to seal the ends where each sheet is attached to the next at the eave?

[@7bowser4]

Great vid and educational. Only down is the exposed fasteners at the ridge

[@Unstoppableak247]

Yeah I was thinking same thing isn't it seamless ? No exposed fasteners

[@thomasbartlett3409]

In northern Vermont, use 24 gauge Galvalume with a mechanical double lok install.

[@geedubb-q1u]

I loved you hand hammered nails instead of a gun. As air pressure changes so does the nail going into plywood.

[@Ringele5574]

I really like this video and appreciate you educating potential buyers of metal roofing. I, personally, would really like to have my roof replaced with metal once it comes time, but my concern is most contractors just want to get the job done. Do you have a video in your library that helps buyers make sure they are hiring actual professionals rather than hacks?

[@TheMetalRoofingChannel]

Hello! Here is an article about how to choose the best contractor: sheffieldmetals.com/learning-center/finding-best-metal-roofing-contractors/ Here's a free e-book about preparing for your metal roof installation which includes finding contractors, picking the right bid, and getting your property ready: bit.ly/installation-success-ebook And here is a free downloadable checklist about questions to ask your contractor at a consultation: bit.ly/contractor-questions-checklist Hope these resources help! -Thad

[@petersekh1935]

thats pretty clean , good job man

[@0311cplofmarines]

If my sheets are wider than my roof and I’m using gable trim what do I do since I’ll be cutting my rib off

[@Elin-Esteem84]

I was told u could put the metal roof right on top of the shingles. Why did u take them off?

[@asm101]

Mainly to observe the health of the substrate...another way you can do it is attached strapping over the shingles and making sure you fasten the strapping to the roof truss