How to Install a Standing Seam Metal Roof from Start to Finish
How do you install a standing seam metal roof on a house using weathertight warranty details? MORE TUTORIAL LINKS ARE IN THE DESCRIPTION BELOW!
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Standing seam metal roofs look great, last a long time, and stand up to extreme weather, but that is all dependent on the quality of the installation. Today on The Metal Roofing Channel, Thad is joined by Matt Lane and his crew from Metal Construction Solutions and Installations to demonstrate the process from start to finish. The team installs an inch and a half Snaplock panel on Adam Mazzella's 3,000 square foot roof. Use the links below to watch more detailed tutorial videos about each step.
Topics Covered:
►Intro 00:00
►Shingle Tear-Off ( ) 1:15
►Deck Repair ( ) 1:58
►Underlayment ( ) 3:03
►Curb Measurement 3:54
►Perimeter Flashing ( ) 7:37
►Valley 9:24
►First Panels ( ) 10:46
►Closures 17:04
►Joining Valleys ( ) 19:33
►Valley Panels ( ) 21:27
►Chimney ( ) 23:43
►Pipe Penetrations ( ) 28:59
►Vented Ridge ( ) 34:27
Additional Resources:
"How to Prepare for Your New Metal Roofing Installation" video:
"How is Metal Roofing Trim Fabricated?" video:
"How to Lay Out and Square Metal Roofing Panels" video:
"How to Install a Pre-Manufactured Curb" video:
"How to Install Metal Roofing" Playlist:
"Scratches on a Steel Metal Roof: Identification, Prevention, & Repair":
Check out Matt Lane's company, Metal Construction Solutions & Installations, here:
Please note the installation details and methods shown in this video are for reference only. Sheffield Metals recommends following their published installation details or for WTW projects following the required details issued and marked approved for that specific project.
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Hi Adam, it definitely jives with the house. Glad to to see us both 15 years down the road, I remember you coming to my office as we were starting out. we are now purchasing close to 40,000 a month. Thanks Guys!
So what was the over cost? Material and labor start to finish for this particular 3000 square. ft. roof with 2 valley’s and a chimney, flashing included?
Thank you for showing the process so thoroughly.
Any time I deal with ppl like this I can feel my wallet getting wrecked.
I’m absolutely shocked about how detailed and complex your metal roofing is. As always, every craftsmanship looks simple until you learn about it.
These guys are true professionals! Great video!!!
Thanks for all your informative videos. I bought my first house and 3 days later CV-19 shut my industry down. I need a roof on a budget so I’m putting on a metal roof by myself. It’s a job! How many guys did you have on the roof and how long did it take from start to finish? I’m currently doing a ton of wood work I wasn’t expecting and the tear off had so many nails you’d have thought it was a metal roof!
Oh, so that’s why metal roof cost more. Makes sense now.
Wish I could hire you guys
Question: Do you have a video of a panel overlap with joggle cleat?
Nice job!!! I’m a welder and by watching this video I wan to start doing this here in houston
I started my first day roofing yesterday. It is tough work. We were out there for 9 hours in the beaming sun. We did metal but we were screwing down the sheets and stuff
Is a 6/12 roof slope ok for a metal roof? What would be an ideal slope?
Thanks for sharing, why weren’t 1×4 wood pieces installed for air ventilation like you did on Matt Risinger’s roof, is it cause this house has soffit vents while Matt’s doesn’t?
Also, if I understand correctly Sheffiled Metals is the manufacturer, but what happens if I need different lengths – who cuts and delivers those?
Thanks again.
Awesome good luck with your project and let me know if there’s anything else I can help with! -Thad
@The Metal Roofing Channel Thanks, my own house – will do, once it will be closer to the install.
Appreciate your help.
@Roman Weisman Thanks for checking out the video! Are you installing a roof on your house or are you a roofing contractor? Either way, this question could also be posed to the Sheffield Metals Technical Department. They would be able to get into the details of your concerns better than I. Feel free to drop them a line here: https://sheffieldmetals.com/technical-department/ -Thad
@The Metal Roofing Channel Thanks again Thad, I watched this video before and did it again just now 🙂
The video you shared is about condensation in the attic while I’m worried about condensation in a very thin area: above the Sharkskin Ultra and below the metal roof.
Since the Sharkskin acts as ice and water shield, it’s most likely not breathable, hence, it completely isolates the house and the exterior environment, which eliminates completely hot or cold air in the attic compared to cold or hot air outside respectively, which then eliminates any chance of condensation and mold in the roof rafters or plywood – It might be the same as the thin area between the siding of the house and some vapor barrier where if condensation occurs, it disappears faster than it can damage the wood ( in case of cedar siding ) – it’s probably the same with the metal ( and even better since metal heats faster ), it disappears before it can cause any rust to the bottom of the metal.
To conclude: If Sharkskin Ultra is not breathable and seals the plywood which is above the attic and below the metal roof, I don’t see why at all a 1×4 or Shark Skin roof mat is required, regardless of climate zone. And if it’s required, then it has to be installed by the same logic around the entire house above the zip system for instance and below the siding.
I have posted the same question directly to Sharkskin, still waiting for their reply.
Moreover, regarding the 1×4, it’s wood: if there will ever be a serious condensation problem, it will rot.
Thanks.
All projects are slightly different, but in the case of Adam’s roof, it is properly vented through the attic so condensation will be minimized. Also, Matt is located in a hot and humid southern climate, while Adam’s house is in a snowy region which played a role in the decision. If some condensation were to develop on Adam’s roof, he has a full ice & water shield to protect the building. If you’re interested in learning more about condensation, check out this video: http://bit.ly/metal-roof-condensation-video -Thad
Great video…Do you have to end (or splt) the new plywood over a rafter or just bang in anywhere on the old plywood.
I do like a standing seam roof but at twice the price of other metal roofs, it is NOT worth the time, effort nor price.
Respect ! Beautiful Work ! Craftsman Knowhow !
That chimney detail was fantastic!
Damn you guys do a good job. Contractors who care are a dying breed. I am a carpenter (who cares) and admire your professionalism. Cheers
I see why metal roofs are more expensive now. Lots of details. I was advised that penetrations must be handled carefully, and I saw in the video where that was definitely done. This came together like a cuckoo clock.
Absolutely! The details are the most important part to make sure your roof is weathertight. -Thad