Metal tile combines several advantages at once. This is a budget, durable and easy-to-work material. It is not surprising that many opt for such a roof. Having figured out how to lay metal tiles on the roof, you can even cope on your own by covering the roof yourself. For
this should know some important points.
Analysis and calculations
First of all, you should understand that this material is not suitable for all designs. A do-it-yourself roof made of metal tiles is possible only for a structure with a pitched roof and a slope of 14 degrees. A complex design is highly undesirable, since you will have to do a lot of trimming and lose some of the materials in the waste. In order to determine the required amount of roofing before buying, you need to measure the parameters of the slopes. The metal tile should overlap the length of the slope by about four centimeters, this arrangement will provide additional ventilation. It is also worth measuring the side elements of the roof - the roof must be symmetrical, otherwise during installation you will have to face a lot of inconvenience.
Essentialequipment
It is not necessary to be a professional in construction so that a do-it-yourself roof made of metal tiles seems to be a feasible task for you. But some special tools are still required. For example, you need a hacksaw
for woodworking and a low-sided drill, a screwdriver, special metal shears and a hacksaw, as well as a tape measure and a pencil. In addition, before you make a roof from a metal tile, you will have to acquire suitable shoes for work. Lightweight boots with rubber soles work best. Heavy shoes with hard soles can damage thin sheets of metal shingles and even break through them while you are walking on the roof. To avoid this, think about the right boots in advance.
What kind of crate and truss system are needed?
The main requirement for the truss system is strength. It must withstand the wind and the accumulating snow. In addition, in order for a roof made of metal tiles to last longer, its crate must be carefully waterproofed. The waterproofing film prevents the accumulation of condensate in the roof and protects against leaks. You should also take care of vapor barrier and insulation, especially if you plan to use the room under the roof as a living space. Only
after that you can start working on the roof.
Installation of roofing
Lay the sheets from the end if the roofdo-it-yourself metal tiles are made on a gable structure, and from the top point, if the roof is hipped. Each element is fixed with screws. An overlap in one wave will be enough to obtain an airtight coating. Try to place the sheets as evenly as possible and work carefully so as not to damage them. Special attention will have to be paid to valleys, ridges and cornices. For a longer roof life, also get snow retainers, which are reinforced with self-tapping screws on top of the finished roofing.
