How To Install Fabral Metal Roofing

At fabral we know that many people have questions about how metal roof and wall panel systems work.

How to install fabral metal roofing.

Metal while far more durable can raise some concerns. This is part 5 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house. Use your neoprene washer head screws to secure the metal to the sheathing. Space the screws about 12 in 30 cm apart.

Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. These videos are a sample of the many training videos we have created to educate the users of our products on installation and use of our products. Use polyurethane sealant between the z bar flashing and the metal roofing panel.

Architects builders and homeowners are accustomed to shingled roofs. Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof line. Load tables are available for all fabral panels. To accomplish this begin by installing the first sheet square with the eave and gable at the down wind end of the roof farthest away from the.

Easily integrated with a fabral metal roof system it reduces thermal conductivity and satisfies specification requirements across a wide range of roofing applications. Take a look through some of the commonly asked questions below. For exposed fasteners avoid over tightening the fastener. Make sure that the screws are all aligned evenly as you will be able to see them from the ground if they are.

At fabral we believe in education and training as part of our fabralcore program. In this part i cover installing a metal roof boot installing a. Contact fabral for additional information. Also seal the opening between z bar flashing and ribs on each end of the z bar.

Roofing panel sidelaps should face away from wind driven rain.