This is what it looks like when you install a steel shingle roof system over an existing asphalt shingle roof.
Installing metal roofing over shingles video.
Installing steel roofing over existing roofing materials is fairly simple.
But first here are a few precautions about the underlying material.
We re going to break them down so you know what to look out for.
This is part 1 of a 6 part video series explaining how i installed a metal roof on my house.
As long as the plywood under the shingle roof is in good condition this way can provide many benefits.
In this video i cover measuring the roof figuring the metal th.
Address any existing roof leaks and replace rotten rafters or.
3 install 1x4 purlins down over the shingles before installing the metal roof the third way to install a metal roof over shingles is by applying 1x4 purlins over the shingle roof.
Installation of metal roofing over shingles.
Steel roofing offers many benefits over slate tiles or asphalt shingles metal roofing is resistant to fire rot and termites manufacturers provide 30 year warranties on metal roofing products.
If you choose to install metal roofing over shingles there are certain things you must keep in mind.
Venting the eaves to vent the roof holes are cut in the old roof above the soffit which pulls air through the soffit vents underneath.
Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle clips but metal roofing shingle installation can be system specific.