How To Properly Put A Tardown Roof On

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How to properly put a tardown roof on. If the plumbing vent is close to the peak of the roof lap the shingles over the peak of the roof. Screw the 2 by 4 directly into the roof to secure it. Attach he ridge cap shingles with two nails each. Extend the top edge of the tarp over the ridge of the roof.

Hammer down any large nails that are exposed by the removal. Adhere the shingles adjacent to the flange with roofing tar. Then cover the entire roof with a layer of insulation and secure it with a staple gun. Store them on the ground floor for now.

Stretch a tarp flat on the roof. As the old roofing material piles up at the roof jacks carry it to the edge of the roof and toss it into the trash container below. Trim the shingles away from the ridge vent hole. How to install a roof over an existing roof.

The 2 by 4 should be about 2 feet longer than the tarp width. If you couldn t get the trash container close to the house throw the shingles onto a tarp on the ground. Before you install metal roofing repair any damage to the wood under the shingles. Store them on the ground floor for now.

In this video i take show how to proper recover an old roof and make it look like it s a single layer check it out you might find useful tips for your new. Next use 1 inch nails to secure some metal edging to the perimeter of the roof. Lay more 2 by 4s on either side of the tarp and attach those as well for a tight well secured water barrier. Adhere the joint where the cut edges of the shingles meet the dome with roofing tar.

Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit. We often put sentimental and fragile items in the attic but that makes them very vulnerable during a roof replacement. Install a layer of roofing insulation as recommended by the roofing manufacturer. Make the pile on a flat area away from flowers and shrubs.

Installing a new roof over an existing one also called a layover or nailover is often possible although not always the best option. To minimize water damage in the interim before long term repairs can be made cover the damaged part of the roof with a tarpaulin. To secure a tarp to your roof.