12 Nov

The Best Method to Mounting Steel Roofing Components for a Strong Roof

Categories: Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Materials

When it comes to mounting steel roofing, one must be incredibly careful to ensure nothing goes wrong otherwise the entire roof is going to collapse in the near future. That will cause unwanted damage, potential injuries, and loss of materials. Knowing how to install metal roofing is quite important to ensure it remains in place for some time to come.

Methods

There are two types of designs for metal roofing, including the humped border and the crimped installation. The crimped v-shaped design offers substantial strength and is generally easier to install on your home.

We will make use of either a flat-bladed steel “roofing trowel” or a pitchfork to eliminate components and nails. A dumpster may be required to remove the outdated roof of the residential property. Once the roof has been cleaned, it is easy to begin the process of mounting the steel roofing components, which are usually 30-pound roofing materials.

Roofing Steel

The roofing steel used for a strong roof is 30-pound roofing, as mentioned before. It will generally overlap by about 3 inches, minimum, and overhang the entire roof by around 3 inches also. Once the roof covering has been positioned, the metal edging bits can be connected around the whole border. Doubling up the edging will prevent water from leaking underneath the newly installed roof when it is complete and the rain begins to fall. Many homeowners also enjoy the appearance of doubling up on the edging. It is appealing to them.

Contact Us

If you are interested in having steel roofing components mounted to ensure your home’s roof remains strong for years to come, give Peak Roofing & Construction a call today. For Dallas/Ft. Worth, you can reach us at (972) 335-7325. For Houston, call (281) 290-7325. We can schedule a consultation visit with you whenever works best with your current schedule.

Jeff Riss

Jeff has 20 years of sales experience, a love of roofing, and a strong entrepreneurial spirit. He leads Peak Roofing & Construction’s team but also is known for getting his hands (and knees) dirty on a job site. His passion for customer service, integrity, and quality craftsmanship drives his success. Peak Roofing & Construction is a family-owned, locally-operated business focused on doing things the right way. His deep understanding of roofing, gutters, windows, fences and exterior painting provide a strong foundation for running the business and serving his customers.
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