Aluminum, imitation cedar panels are 4 feet long by 12 inches wide,
and are packed in cartons (25 pieces per carton) that cover one square
(100 ft.) . Each panel is fastened down with three nails, and in areas
where high winds are prevalent, four screw shank nails that penetrate
to a minimum of 11/2 inches into the roof sheathing are recommended.
The nailing is done along the nailing flange of the panel.
Before the aluminum panels are applied, a new or recovered roof
should be covered with a number 30 felt.
The shake panel is installed from left to right, beginning at the lower
Left hand comer of each area to be covered. Begin with any size panel
that has a factory formed right end. Lock the first panel into the starter
strip, making sure it is completely seated and fitted into the cap or
channel on the left side. Secure each panel with three equally spaced
screw shank nails, driven into solid sheathing. Nail the left end of panel
first, then the right end, and then the middle.
For more information about Aluminum Shake Shingles or home inspection
issues please contact Home Inspection Carolina at http://www.askthecharlotteinspector.com
Preston Sandlin
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