How To Tarp A Metal Roof

Unfold the tarp on the roof.

How to tarp a metal roof.

Whether you are looking to install a metal roof on a shed or a house it s important to know the difference in the various types of metal roofs available. An affordable option and easier to lay than shingles tin is the most commonly used type of metal roofing. If you have a helper this part is easy. Shop the tools and materials used in this video.

Lay the tarp across the roof so that at least 4 feet 1 2 m lies on the sloped part of your roof on each side known as the peak. On top of having to pay for the tarp itself you also have to factor in the cost of labor emergency premium charges and the strips of wood that will secure the tarp to the roof. Screw the 2 by 4 directly into the roof to secure it. You may need to put nails in or around your soffit area to tie off the ropes and tarp.

Then fold the excess tarp under a few rotations for a tight clean fit. Never lay the tarp out during a storm. How can can i use a tarp on a metal roof without the the nail put a hole in my shingles. Lay the tarp out flat over the roof.

Fully secure your roof tarp to prevent flapping. If you have a old stack of singles you could also put that on the roof to help hold the tarp down. If you don t have a helper use the metal rings to hold down the tarp at the furthest four corners. The screws must pass securely into the roof.

To begin securing the tarp screw through the rolled 2 x 4 boards with your screw gun. Most tarps have grommets that will allow you to tie off the tarp to your roof. Let the rest of the tarp hang off the lower border of the roof that overhangs the wall known as the eave. You can buy big cork screw landscaping rods to put in the ground.

Learn how to tarp your roof and protect your house before or after a storm. Try to pick a day that is not windy or else you may face frustration because as soon as you open the tarp up there it will start blowing all over the place. This will prevent water and debris from entering the damaged area. Let s take a look at the most common types of metal roofs for houses.

The 2 by 4 should be about 2 feet longer than the tarp width. Thomas boni july 8 2018 at 3 29 pm. Get good rope and tie it to the eyelets of the tarp hoping your tarp has eyelets then tie the other end of the rope to the landscaping rods. On average hiring a roofing contractor to perform an emergency tarp installation will cost you between 200 and 500.

Good luck and i hope it helps.