Over time metal roof fixings can become loose either because the fixing itself has rusted or because constant wind has gradually loosened the fixing.
Metal roof fixings.
The source of leaks on metal roofs can be extremely frustrating to identify.
According to the national association of home builders asphalt shingles last on average about 20 years composite shingles about 25 years and wood shakes or shingles about 30 years.
When a metal roof system is installed properly its life expectancy is second to none.
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Purlins should be fitted 1m to 1 2m 4ft apart.
Suitable for attaching sheet metal to steel or wood.
Colour caps are used to cover screw heads for a seamless professional look.
If your purlins are wider apart than this then a 0 7mm thick sheet would be required.
Self tapping or stitching tek screws are available for fixing trims to a metal sheet or sheet to sheet on laps.
Fixings used to attach roofing sheets to purlins having to be durable and able to withstand considerable wind pressures.
These coloured roofing screws covers provide a colour matched finish in over a dozen shades.
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Repairing a metal roof seam with turbo poly seal is simple and it is a do it yourself p.
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A corrugated metal roof is quieter than pvc when it rains.
Metal roofing resists rot is not susceptible to insect damage and is non combustible a boon in fire prone areas.
The exact type of fixings required will depend on the roofing sheet and purlin type either timber light steel or heavy steel however we recommend self drilling tek type screws with a 5 16th hex head for optimum performance.
Roof sheet fixings and roofing accessories.
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Metal roofing can also be significantly more expensive.