Next use 1 inch nails to secure some metal edging to the perimeter of the roof.
How to install steel roofing.
Steel roofing can be costly but it is a lifetime investment.
Galvanized steel which is created by using a soft layer of zinc to protect the inner layers is the most common type of steel roofing.
In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge.
Hook the next shingle along the previous one and nail it into place then continue across the roof.
Gently tap the shingle with a hammer to make sure it s secure then nail the shingle into place.
In many cases it makes sense to remove an old or dilapidated roof and install a metal roof that is better able to withstand the elements.
Then cover the entire roof with a layer of insulation and secure it with a staple gun.
If you want to install steel over asphalt your best choice for installing metal roofing is to use a steel shingle system like the one shown instead of the more common and more expensive standing seam steel.
Noise is usually not a factor if you are installing a steel roof over asphalt.