Replacing Roof Shingles Step By Step

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Replacing roof shingles step by step. Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle. Replacing shingle roof how to place new roof how to remove old roof how to remove flashings allied roofing and sheet metal inc have been in roof repair. Staple felt every 6 to 8 inches. Step one break the seal on the target shingle.

Proper steps to shingle a house roof preparation. 3 roofing. Get the necessary replacement materials. Our first job is to assure that your entire property is fully protected while roofing.

To replace shingles you ll obviously need shingles to replace the ones you. Cover roof deck with 30 pound felt underlayment. Nail down loose roof sheathing to rafters. Pry off old roof shingles with pitch fork.

Do the same with the next shingle continuing this step until you get to the far edge of the ridge. In this video series we demonstrate how to properly replace a roof. Once you ve reached the ridge bend the shingle over the ridge so that each side is equal and nail it into place with a single nail on each side. Place a new shingle in the same position as the shingle you removed.

7 steps to roof replacement 1 property protection. If you follow this step by step guide all of your roofing jobs will be smoother and more efficient. Plan to fix your shingles on a sunny warm day not cold because they will crack and not hot because. The first step obviously requires the removal of the nails holding that shingle to the roof deck.

To access the nails. Cut your last shingle on each row to size repeating all the way to the ridge. All old shingles have to be completely removed in order to inspect wood decking. In the photo below the target shingle perhaps it needs replacement due to damage from a falling object or roof.

Reseal under edges of all three. If the shingles are. Before laying down shingles you need to protect the roof with sheathing. Watch the video to learn more.

In this episode we tackle installing shingles and step flashing. If there is more than one layer of old shingles or if the single layer is extensively warped or damaged. Install the new shingle. Take your shingle to the store and get a bundle of matching shingles.

Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to reshingle a roof. How to replace a damaged shingle step 1.