Installing metal roofing myself

[dalepres]

I am building a small garage, 16x24. Almost hardly worth mentioning compared to some around here . I want to put metal roofing on it but I can't seem to find much on how to do it or supplies on the Internet. There is some on manufacturer's sites about flashing and trim but drawings aren't real clear.

Is it unreasonable for me to plan to do this work myself? If not, do any of you know of sites with retail sales of materials and supplies and good documentation or discussion of how-to?

Thanks.

Dale

 

[Karnage]

What type of metal roof? In australia There are several types and is the prefered/common method of roofing. Have you got any pics of your roof/trusses?

 

[2chipped]

Dale if you have a local building supply (not lowes or home depot) talk to them about it. On a small order they can order the exact length for you. Good luck and have fun with your new challenge.

 

[tomroblee]

There are all sorts metal roofs. This website seems to cover the installation of a number of different types.

http://www.bestbuymetals.com/how-to-install-metal-roofing.html

 

[brownbagg]

it easy, i did my house, little seceret, metal roof, chaulk line, tennis shoe dont mix

 

[BillK]

Dale,
I am getting ready to replace the roof on my 24 x 24 detached garage and have decided to use metal also. I used asphalt shingles when I built it 25 years ago but I just dont think I have the energy to do that again. The metal looks a bunch easier but will definitely be a two man job. I am going to use Fabral's SSR Standing seam. I priced out the entire package about a month ago and it was right at $1800 That is for a 24x24 garage with a 6-12 pitch roof. Here is thier web site, they have all the instructions on there to read. http://www.fabral.com/

 

[Justanoldguy]

Not a big deal doing it.
I've been putting them on for near 40 years ..

 

[kbs2244]

You don't say where you are, but if you have a Menards in the area, they can hold your hand pretty well on something like this.
They sell the panels, trim, directions, etc.

 

[dalepres]

Karnage, no pictures of the trusses yet. Clearing and excavating just started this week.

I am planning on making my own trusses for a barn shaped roof with the attic area strengthened to provide storage area.

Thanks for all the tips and encouragement. I'll look at the sites for the how to and call my local lumberyard when I get trusses built and know the exact measurements I end up with.

Thanks,

Dale

 

[nate379]

I'd imagine you can do it by yourself. My Dad did the roof on one of his buildings, 45x70 by himself.

My brother and I along with a few of his friends helped tear off the old one and put down the OSB (8x16ft sheets), but he did all the metal himself. Didn't want help because he said if it leaked he wouldn't be able to blame anyone else.

 

[Falcon67]

Almost hardly worth mentioning compared to some around here .

ALL are worth mention! IMHO anyway.

 

[DoyleDee]

I plan on using metal for my shop- it will be a 24x30..using material my father gave to me, nothing fancy-- just a shop to work in..here is an example- it is my fathers shop that me and my brother in law added onto-- the silver metal (in one day), I was in on the whole build..
His shop is a 30x36-- the addition is an 18x36.
Mine will be using the silver (non painted) metal- it's what he has left over from this (we had enough to build a 24x24 for my grandfather, but he passed a few yrs ago)..my dad said "I'm done building...I don't want anymore, whatever is left over is yours" he is 78 yrs old.

 

[scopx]

Supplies: I suppose you mean the actual goods to do the job. There are in smaller communities, free publications such as penny-saver, thrifty nickel, etc that have lots of suppliers of metal roofing materials and trim. A national concern is Mueller's, metal mart to name a couple/ Stay away from Lowes/Home Depot for this stuff as they have poor selection.
Flashing/Trim; These same companies will sell you precut flashing, but rather expensive. If you are handy and can make a bending brake, can buy roll and shape yourself and save lots. I have found it best to use 26G material rather than 29 is too thin and will not stand much weight (walking on, etc) . "R" panel is very popular and not that diffucult to deal with. There are dif type screws depending upon wood or metal substructure. Great disparity in pricing on screws, head "colors" and reach. It will save you money to shop your deal before layin the green down.
If you are a mechanical kind of guy, should be no problem. But if you have difficulty finding the drain plug on your vehicles, prob need some help and direction.
The "silver" named in above post is called "Galvalume" which is a coating applied to all surfaces of material to inhibit rusting. There are lots of colors, and also grades. If in the baking process, the material did not turn out as well as hoped, will have less of an expected lifetime.
Now they are getting cute and making the colors with a reflective material to reduce heat introduction into building. If you are going to spend any amount of time in the garage, you might consider insulation in addition to a vapor barrier. Color selection depends upon your desires and needs, depth of pocketbook. Pricing can be either by square foot or running foot. Most common working widths are 36" . The crimp seam stuff is not commonly used in an ag or rural "barn" application as rather pricey.
Installation: For me it seemed to work the best if started in the middle of slope and work both ways to compensate (adjust)for any out of square of the building.Which in my case was a bunch. 16' panel lengths are available..

 

[rieferman]

scopx, great post. I'm also looking for how-to knowledge on this topic. How about using the same material to re-skin the exterior of an old barn (well, I guess installation on a new structure would be the same)?

For example, I have windows with a built in j-channel.. Best method to work the metal around these windows?

Finishing at corners of building, setting up, which piece to do first etc.

Many thanks!