How To Cut Metal Roofing

Make sure that they perfectly align with your measurements and remember that being even a tiny bit off can cause irreparable damage to your corrugated sheeting.

How to cut metal roofing.

The cheapest way to cut metal roofing is with a pair of tin snips. The best tin snips are good for cutting any edge of corrugated iron that is going to be seen as they are easy to control when cutting. Then you put the metal roof on the sturdy surface and switch the underside face of the roof. Use snips if you need to make short cuts.

To measure the roof accurately you should find a fixed surface. You want a pair of straight cuts or left or right handed pair for cutting both straight and around corners. Because you have to control the panel while cutting the sheet. If you don t mind working by.

Once you are satisfied with your measurements and alignment start cutting the metal. Working with tin snips and shears. Using a circular. Marking the metal for cutting.

When you re ready to cut place the sheet onto a flat wide and sturdy work surface. Lay the roofing sheets on a flat surface with the underside up. First of all measure your roof and order the sheets the exact length you need. Plan ahead prepare the metal and measure before you cut.

Hand holding marker pen marking measurement on a metal stud.