How To Install Metal Roof Trim

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How to install metal roof trim.

The edging or eave flashing consists of metal strips that are used to cover the perimeter of. Fastening prior to fastening gable trim remove all protective plastic from gable trim. Step by step instructions for installation of gable and rake trim on an exposed fastener panel. To learn more about eave trim and cleat installation view our other how to videos.

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. It s very important that when you re installing the z trim that the paint always be on the visible side so that when you look up at the roof you have panel and a continuous finished paint visible to the naked eye. Today we will install an american building components sl 16 metal roofing panel. Insert a magnetic 1 4 inch driver bit into a power drill.

Learn how to install gable and rake trim on a metal roof. Place the first screw. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Learn how to install our metal roof panels by watching the short video or reading the transcript below.

Fasten gable trim with x inch metal to metal lap screws. Add the metal panels. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Butyl sealant tape should be placed parallel to the gable on the high seam of the roofing panel.

Do you need to install eave or fascia for a metal roof. These instructions specifically focus on metal panel installation. Here is a short video showing how. Align the center bend of the ridge cap directly over the center line of the roof ridge.

Lap screws should be placed 12 on center hitting the. Here are some overall installation steps using fasteners. Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance.