In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge.
How to install steel roofing.
Steel roofing can be costly but it is a lifetime investment.
Next use 1 inch nails to secure some metal edging to the perimeter of the roof.
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.
Gently tap the shingle with a hammer to make sure it s secure then nail the shingle into place.
If you need to install a steel roof hook the bottom of the first shingle into the bottom of the roof above the underlayment.
The good news is that there are many different solutions in terms of installing metal roofing panels including tin aluminum and steel.
Noise is usually not a factor if you are installing a steel roof over asphalt.
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.
Hook the next shingle along the previous one and nail it into place then continue across the roof.