Roof (and more) - December 2012
This has been "repaired" twice.
Original lower roof started at eve of mobile home with no flashing, had only a 2" drop in a 12' run with no sealant at seams.
One of the repairs (I guess the first) consisted of changing the pitch to about 3/4:12 and extending lower roof by adding panels. However, the top of extension was left over the upper roof. The end pictured here was the worse end with a gap of about 1" filled with caulk.
The panels were "attached" directly to 3/8" OSB. The wood screws used (they were the correct ones) can easily strip out of this material. Minimum thickness of OSB should be 1/2" for this application to increase "hold-down" strength.
Metal panels should always have an underlayment or dead-air-space to prevent sweat damage. If over shingles, there should be a cushion or furring to prevent etching from gravel.
I recommend using 1/4" fan-fold insulation (shingle cushion) or a synthetic material (underlayment/moisture-barrier plus fan-fold for bare wood) rather than felt (tar) paper.
To view more pictures of this mess, go to Facebook.com/HandEman27821.
One of the repairs (I guess the first) consisted of changing the pitch to about 3/4:12 and extending lower roof by adding panels. However, the top of extension was left over the upper roof. The end pictured here was the worse end with a gap of about 1" filled with caulk.
The panels were "attached" directly to 3/8" OSB. The wood screws used (they were the correct ones) can easily strip out of this material. Minimum thickness of OSB should be 1/2" for this application to increase "hold-down" strength.
Metal panels should always have an underlayment or dead-air-space to prevent sweat damage. If over shingles, there should be a cushion or furring to prevent etching from gravel.
I recommend using 1/4" fan-fold insulation (shingle cushion) or a synthetic material (underlayment/moisture-barrier plus fan-fold for bare wood) rather than felt (tar) paper.
To view more pictures of this mess, go to Facebook.com/HandEman27821.
Second "Repair" seems to have consisted of covering with a tarp.
Oops, I didn't hold the camera level.
Changing the 3 roofs into a single plane.
(having trouble getting a clear picture; using a $6 Walmart close-out camera)
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They were not electricians either
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Now it's time to show some during and after pictures
This is the same area as the picture at the top of page
after tear-off and new rafters; notice the synthetic material.
Rafters @ 36"OC Purlins @ 32" OC
Used 3" and 4" star-drive deck screws
David Stilley, Jr. taking a well deserved moment
Using 1/4" fan-fold under metal.
Every little bit helps greatly
Panel color is Saddle Tan
Nice straight eaves with 3 1/2" overhang
1 1/2" past trim
All metal components purchased through
REDIRON Associates, LLC
This is how the exterior looks now.
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