Installing Shingles On Steep Roof
To install asphalt shingles start by installing underlayment and new flashing on the roof.
Installing shingles on steep roof. Use your chalk and tape measure to mark about 12 inches up on the roof for the first set of shingles. Then begin nailing the shingles to the roof working in rows and starting at the edge of the roof. This is my last video about shingles installations we do about 2 shingle jobs per week this week we started this house on tuesday removal. Use the chalk line to snap a straight line vertically every 6 inches.
It isn t hard as long as you are careful take your time do it right and be safe. Every 5 inches make a new mark until you get to the rop of the roof. Repeat this on both sides of the roof. According to asphalt shingle installation where we cite best practices guide to residential construction wiley november 18 2005 asphalt shingles should not be installed on vertical walls.
Once you ve done that cut your shingles to size if they re not already. Using the chalk line snap a line between the two marks to get a straight edge.