How Do You Shingle A Porch Roof?
Shingling a porch roof is exactly like shingling the roof of a home. The only difference is that usually the porch is a lot smaller, and the job is a lot easier. Porch roofs do not typically have a lot of structural elements you need to accommodate with the shingles, so the job is usually straightforward. Once you get the handle on how to shingle, you should be able to finish the job quickly. Measure the porch roof to determine how much materials you will need. Order 10 percent more than you think you will need just in case. Prepare the porch roof to be shingled. If you have layers of old shingles already in place, remove them. Otherwise, install the underlayment, usually heavy roofing felt, over the plywood sheathing before you begin. Rip in half lengthwise enough shingles to cover one length of the roof. Asphalt shingles typically come in rectangles with a sticky adhesive running down the middle. Rip the tab part of the shingle strips off, leaving the adhesive portion attached. Insta
