How To Install 3 Tab Shingles On A Roof

You will simply need to add up the total square footage of your roof and divide it by 100.

How to install 3 tab shingles on a roof.

Before you go out and purchase your 3 tab shingles you will first need to figure out how many of them you will need. They are typically 36 inches long in total. When you reach the end of a row cut the last. Video 11 install fascia boards soffit material.

However most people prefer the cutout lines to be aligned so they make straight vertical. 3 tab shingles are the most common type of shingle. Video 13 installing 3 tab roofing shingles. Installing three tab shingles 1.

Some roofers install shingles so the cutout lines describe a slight angle as you look from the bottom to the top of the roof. They are designed to be installed with a 5 inch reveal. Video 9 build install soffit ladders. Cut your starter course shingles if necessary.

Then begin nailing the shingles to the roof working in rows and starting at the edge of the roof. Each tab is 12 inches. One square package is equal to 100 square feet of roof. Video 12 install lp smart side panels part 2.

Architectural shingles are another option and are installed the same way as 3 tab shingles but give your roof more of a 3 d effect due to their varied shapes. Measure your roof so you can be sure you buy the right amount of shingles. Video 10 install roof sheathing. Video 15 installing exterior trim.