How to Install a Metal Shingles Roof – DIY Guide

If you are the type of homeowner who wants to embark on the installation of a new roof, a metal shingles roofing system will be the easiest to install.

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Most metal shingle systems feature a four-way interlocking design, and the panels are usually small enough to be easily installed without using any complicated tools.

Roof Deck Preparation

Deck Prep:

The first step is the preparation of the roof deck. In a new construction, metal shingle roofing can be installed over any type of solid sheeting such as plywood or wooden planks / boards that do not have spaces in between them.

Alternatively, a metal shingles roof can be installed over the old asphalt shingles, if you do not want to tear it off, provided there is only one layer of existing shingles on the roof.

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Owens Corning 3-Tab and Architectural Shingle Options & Prices at Lowe’s

Owens Corning shingles is one of the most popular types of asphalt shingles for homes on the market today. Whether you are a DIY enthusiast or would rather choose to work with a licensed and trusted contractor, you will most likely hear about Owens Corning shingles as one of the top options for your re-roofing or new construction project.

What’s more, you don’t have to be a licensed contractor to buy this product, as it’s readily sold at Lowe’s Home Improvement stores near you. Before you head to Lowe’s, though, to buy your 60 bundles of shingles, underlayment, trim, nails, and a ladder, you will probably want to learn a bit more about the costs and options available to you as a homeowner.

Did you know? Lowe’s offers up 20% bulk discount on some of the asphalt shingle products and colors when you buy at least 30 or 40 bundles, depending on the product and color you choose. Lowe’s can also deliver shingles straight to your project.

There are several types of Owens Corning shingles available to homeowners at Lowe’s today:

Owens Corning Supreme: Basic 3-Tab, 25 Year Shingles

OC Supreme shingle is the most basic 3-tab shingle product from Owens Corning. You can often find this product on sheds, as well as double-decker and triple-decker rental properties, or properties being flipped.

Even higher-end single-family homes with a simple gable-style roof can sometimes be seen covered with the basic 3-tab shingles like Owens Corning Supreme.

Other manufacturers such as GAF and CertainTeed also have similar 3-tab 25 year shingles, as well as 30-year dimensional more premium shingle types.

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