Replace Roof Shingles Yourself

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Replace roof shingles yourself.

Replacement tear off 1. Nail the center row first then the center row of the course above it nailing 1 2 in. Hammer down any boards or nails that have come loose ensuring the. Replacing shingle roof how to place new roof how to remove old roof how to remove flashings allied roofing and sheet metal inc have been in roof repair.

Place a new shingle in the same position as the shingle you removed. Step 3 remove nails. Slide the new shingle up into place. Start by laying asphalt felt or other underlayment over the roof.

How to replace asphalt roof shingles. If the roof does not have any felt paper installed then start by placing one on the top of the sheathing before you begin replacing the shingles. Step 5 prep. After removing the center row of nails on the damaged shingle lift the undamaged shingles above it and remove the next row of nails.

If the shingles are. Install new flashing metal. Then pull out the damaged shingle. This will make the movement of the two layers independent.

Install the new shingle. Step 4 pound in nails you can t remove. Secure loose boards and cover large holes. Overlap each row at least 3 to 4 inches.

To replace shingles you ll obviously need shingles to replace the ones you. Place the next felt paper below the first one so that in the event that the shingles on the top scrape off your roof is still protected. Step 1 loosen damaged shingles. First you need to determine which asphalt roof shingles are damaged.

If you are replacing all the shingles you. If you live in an area with inclement weather you should consider using a special ice and water protector. Step 2 remove damaged shingles. Use a shingle scraper pitchfork or flat shovel to get under the shingles prying them up.