Roofing shingles installation this is my 3rd job of the week today i showed up at 9 30 am and finished by 3 00 pm i m tired and beat up but it s my job.
Roofing shingles installation fast.
Roofing contractor jack viera demonstrates installing three tab asphalt roof shingles.
Center a minimum 610 mm 24 wide minimum 28 gauge pre finished galvanized metal valley liner in the valley and fasten with only enough nails to hold it in place nailing at the edges only.
If you live in an area with inclement weather you should consider using a special ice and water protector.
With one or two helpers you ll be able to shingle a 1 500 square foot roof in about two days.
Many pros shingle in a vertical line up the roof because it s much faster.
Ask this old house general contractor tom silva reveals the best ways to secure shingles to a roof.
Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof.
Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches.
You think you re a fast roofer.
Install new flashing metal.
Using your staple gun secure the felt to the roof.
You can install shingles by hand using a roofing hatchet but the work will go more slowly.
A pneumatic nail gun starting at 119 the home depot makes quick work of fastening shingles.
Overlap each metal piece by at least 150 mm 6 and use asphalt plastic cement under each section of overlap.