Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof.
Installing three tab roofing shingles.
If you live in an area with inclement weather you should consider using a special ice and water protector.
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You will once again need 4 nails whenever you are installing the 3 tab shingles.
Install new flashing metal.
Three tab shingles are usually 36 inches long.
Cut a half tab off for your first course shingles cut off a full tab for your second course shingles cut one and a half tabs off of your third course shingles cut two tabs off your fourth course shingles for your fifth course cut off half of the final tab keep your sixth course tabs intact.
The ridge cap the course of shingles on the very ridge of the roof can be made from available 3 tab shingles.
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There are some simple techniques to follow when attempting this project.
The first full shingle that you lay will need to be laid along the centerline of your roof.
They will go in the same location as the nails that went in on the first line.
Each tab is 12 inches.
Video 10 install roof sheathing.
Video 13 installing 3 tab roofing shingles.
Step three measure the roof line.
They are designed to be installed with a 5 inch reveal.
Using your staple gun secure the felt to the roof.
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First you ll need to determine how many squares of three tab shingles you will need to purchase.
Step one measuring and making calculations.
However most people prefer the cutout lines to be aligned so they make straight vertical.
Step two prepare start row of shingles.
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Two simple cuts create three pieces that can be used to finish the shingle project.
Video 15 installing exterior trim.
Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches.
Step four lay the start row of shingles.