Editing How to Apply Rolled Roofing

Rolled roofing is a popular roofing material that can be used for low-slope or flat roofs on residential and commercial buildings. It's relatively easy to install and more affordable than traditional shingles or tiles. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to apply rolled roofing:

Materials needed:
- Rolled roofing material
- Roofing nails
- Roofing cement
- Roofing felt
- Drip edge

Tools needed:
- Hammer
- Utility knife
- Measuring tape
- Chalk line
- Roofing brush
- Roofing roller

Step 1: Prepare the roof surface
Make sure the roof surface is clean and free of debris. If necessary, remove any old roofing material or damaged portions of the roof. Check for any damage to the underlying roof structure and make necessary repairs.

Step 2: Install the drip edge
Install a drip edge along the edges of the roof. This will help prevent water from seeping under the roofing material and into the structure of the roof.

Step 3: Install the roofing felt
Lay roofing felt over the entire roof surface. Nail it down every 6-8 inches along the edges and every 12-18 inches in the center. Make sure the felt is taut and flat.

Step 4: Measure and cut the rolled roofing material
Measure the length and width of the roof surface and cut the rolled roofing material to size. Leave a 2-3 inch overhang along the edges.

Step 5: Install the rolled roofing material
Start at one end of the roof and unroll the roofing material over the roofing felt. Nail it down every 6-8 inches along the edges and every 12-18 inches in the center. Make sure the material is taut and flat. Repeat the process for each row until you reach the other end of the roof.

Step 6: Seal the seams
Apply roofing cement to seal the seams between each row of roofing material. Use a roofing brush to spread the cement evenly over the seams.

Step 7: Install the ridge cap
Cut a piece of roofing material to size and nail it over the ridge of the roof. Apply roofing cement to seal the edges and ends.

Step 8: Finish the edges
Fold the overhang of the roofing material over the edge of the roof and nail it down. Apply roofing cement to seal the edges.

With these steps, you should be able to successfully apply rolled roofing to your roof surface. It's important to follow safety guidelines and use proper protective equipment when working on a roof.