How To Replace Roof Shingles On A Shed

This video will show you how to install roof shingles.

How to replace roof shingles on a shed. Just remove them and replace them with new shingles of a similar style to the rest of the shingles on the roof. Use caution so you don t damage any windows or siding in the process. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. Step 3 layer the shingles.

If this is an old shed you will need to remove the existing shingles before you can lay the new stuff. Count how many shingles are required to cover the roof from one edge to another. Standard 3 tab shingles are of a uniform size so replace the shingle. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps.

Loosen and remove the damaged shingles. Start in one bottom corner. Step 4 cap the top. Most metal shingles will be attached to the roof using metal shingle.

Loosen the adhesive underneath the tabs of the damaged shingle then pull them free and discard. Using your hammer pry up the nails. When replacing be sure not to damage the shingles above. Once this first row of upside down shingles is affixed to the roof with tar begin laying the shingles.

Begin by removing the shingles using a roofing shovel. Shingling a shed and want some tips. Step 2 apply roofing paper. Bring a trash can up on the roof so you have a place to throw old shingles and flashing.

Lay the first shingle on top on the upside down shingle that is affixed with tar. Watch and see how easy it is. Nail the new shingle in using roofing nails. Cover the ridge of the.

How to shingle your shed roof. Use a flat pry bar or roof ripper to lift each nail gently. If the shingles are severely damaged don t try to salvage them. This is the trickiest part as the shingle above the damaged shingle will need to have its bottom row of nails removed so the new shingle can slide under.