Metal Roof Construction Diagram

Clean all metal particles off the roof to avoid oxidation stains.

Metal roof construction diagram.

A composite decking made of solid materials it resembles real wood and particularly strong and stable for bearing heavy load. Noise is usually not a factor if you are installing a steel roof over asphalt. Wear soft soled shoes to improve traction and to minimize damage to the paint finish. A horizontal timber or metal resting at the peak of the roof the rafters and trusses are connected to the ridge board for a cohesive framework.

In many cases it makes sense to remove an old or dilapidated roof and install a metal roof that is better able to withstand the elements. Roof pitch the metal roofing panels shown in this manual require a min imum slope of 2 ʺ per foot to ensure proper drainage. For longer slopes and lower roof pitches contact fabral for other suitable profiles. Refer to the rain carrying table in this booklet for the maximum allowable panel length per slope that will provide adequate drainage.

See photo galleries of various metal roofing styles. Galvanized steel which is created by using a soft layer of zinc to protect the inner layers is the most common type of steel roofing. View a photo gallery of residential homes with wood shake style metal roofs metal roofs that look like clay tile standard shingle style metal roofs and traditional standing seam style roofing. You will also need a large garbage can a jigsaw or power metal shear a staple gun a drill and assorted drill bits 1 inch roofing nails metal roofing screws and self drilling self sealing wood screws.

This diagram shows how a metal roof is built including sheathing solid foam insulation wooden battens used for attachment metal roofing panels and installation of a skylight and solar panel. Metal roofing panels are slippery when wet dusty frosty or oily do not attempt to walk on a metal roof under these conditions. It is a waterproofing layer made of regular felt stacked above the solid. A leaf blower works well for this.

Metal roofing is available in many styles and colors some you might not be aware of. Steel roofing can be costly but it is a lifetime investment.