Bottom Of Roof

Place nails in the three tab shingles about 3 4 inch 1 8 centimeters above the cutouts near where the tab meets the upper part of the shingle.

Bottom of roof. This is a flat roof style with a greater slope and is most common on sheds porches and home additions. Open valleys have metal flashing to protect this critical area of the roof. That is the roof s rise. This roof style maximizes the amount of usable space in the attic or top floor.

The edge of the roof has thin metal flashing that helps water drip off the roof without damaging the home or causing a leak. Roof slope style. While not required by the code it is recommended by roofers and manufacturers. Place the first screw about 7 inches from the bottom and each subsequent screw about 18 to 24 inches apart along the vertical run.

There are two main categories of roofing. Secure the screws but do not overtighten. A flat roof has a slope of 2 in 12 or less. However make sure that you do not nail into the tar strip.

The hip roof is also very popular in north america. Measure from the end of the level up to the bottom edge of the rafter. It is attached directly to the decking along the bottom of the roof slope and above the underlay on the sides of the roof. The washer under the screw head should seal to the surface of the panel without bulging or shifting.

Lay a starting row at the bottom of the roof along the edge. While some skylight manufacturers include flashing in their products sometimes roofing professionals have to create it or purchase it separately. Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. This is also known as the barn roof as this style is often used on barns.

Also place a nail 2 inches from each end of the shingle in line with the other.