Installing Metal Hip Roof

The good thing about hips in contrast to valleys is that water runs away from rather than toward them.

Installing metal hip roof.

The ridge cap covers the seams but leaves gaps underneath due to the ridged profile of the roofing. Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle. Here at 1st coast metal roofing supply we value our customer service and product quali. What can i do to seal these gaps.

From underlayment venting layout. Learn more about the installation of hip caps by watching the short video or reading the transcript below. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. We re going to install it using z trim and you have the option of using either pop rivets for a hidden fastener application or you can use stitch screws.

Step by step instruction on how to install a standing seam metal roof. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. Hip installation subscribe to our page for more metal roofing videos.