Getting Metal Roof Accessories

Metal roofs can last for over 60 years if they are installed properly. Installing the accessories incorrectly can damage your roof and drastically shorten its life. Choosing and installing metal roofing accessories correctly is crucial to a long-lasting metal roof.

What To Consider

Metal roofing accessories should be selected and installed after considering several factors.

• Construction Type - Selecting accessories requires consideration of the roofing substrate. Panels and trim will be attached to various materials using different types of fasteners, including framing or plywood.
• The roof's geometry - Look for symmetry and protrusions when examining the roof's geometry. Flashing will be needed on roofs with chimneys, skylights, or other features.
• Slope and Pitch of Roof- Metal roof panels are designed in a way that will channel water in a different way depending on the slope and pitch. A panel's profile will determine which trim and accessories are recommended.

Depending on your project, you will also have to think about how the panel profiles and accessories look and feel.

Choosing Metal Roofing Accessories

Then, once you decide on the panel profile that suits your roof, you can select the metal roofing accessories that match. There is a product checklist for each panel series that outlines how to install it with the standard accessories.

The Installation of Metal Roofing Accessories

Metal roofing accessories should be installed with caution because they need to penetrate roofing panels. Make sure the materials used are compatible. The installation will usually be done by your roofer. The roofing contractor must approve all penetrations before beginning the project.

For every roof condition mentioned above, our instructions detail how to install the accessories, including trimming, sealant, and fasteners. You should follow the standard details for your roof conditions so that your metal roof can last as long as possible. If you want to maintain your weather tightness warranty, use the equipment provided by the manufacturer.

During the installation of metal roofing accessories, you should avoid the following:

• Material dissimilarity – Copper, lead, and graphite is just a few examples of dissimilar metals that can react with one another and cause corrosion.

• Coordination with the roofing contractor before penetrating the roof - This is necessary to maintain the weather tightness warranty.

• Clips that are not appropriate for your insulation thickness - There is a variety of clip systems, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

• Abrasive-cutting saws - Use the correct tool for the job. In addition to damaging the cut edge, abrasive sawing could cause premature corrosion to the panel or trim, and even damage the paint. The finished roof system may leak in this place, voiding any finish warranty. To prevent this, use hand shears or snips.

Guidelines for Properly Installing Metal Roof Accessories

Roof penetrations are common on metal roofs for accessories. Standing seam roofs are often not compatible with these penetrations or the accessory material is improperly installed. Properly installed roofs can retain their structural integrity for 60 years, but improperly installed roofs may leak and have a much shorter lifespan. An ideal installation of the roof requires coordination among the roofing contractor, the general contractor, and the architect.

All things roofing are usually the responsibility of a roofing contractor. The likelihood of a successful process increases significantly if the client walks in with a clear checklist as they meet with the architect. The roofing contractor (together with the rest of the team) should take the following suggestions into consideration.

• It is the specifier's responsibility to include in the project specifications that roofing contractors must be consulted for all penetrations and installation of roof accessories. Additionally, if the manufacturer provides a weather tightness warranty, any roof work performed by a third party must be pre-approved by the manufacturer.
• During the pre-roofing conference with the architect and general contractor, the roofing contractor should introduce the above if it is not in the specifications.
• It is recommended that the roofing contractor supply and install all roof curbs. A roofing manufacturer should specify the use of welded aluminum curbs.
• The roofing contractor and roofing manufacturer should coordinate the installation of vent pipes, heater flues, gas, and electric lines, etc. It is imperative to always use rubber roof jacks.
• You shouldn't use copper, lead, or graphite on your roof. Copper is also found in treated wood. As rooftop air conditioning condensate contains copper, it needs to be drained.
• Any harmful chemicals or masonry products must be kept off the roof.

At Ironwood Shake & Tile, we offer seamless metal roofs that look fantastic and last a lifetime. Metal roofing is our specialty, and we offer reliable services. A testament to the kind of service we provide is our excellent track record of satisfied customers. Check out our website for more information. You can also contact us if you have any questions or would like to know more about our services.