Roofing Underlayment Nails

Underlayment nails 1 lb.

Roofing underlayment nails.

Pack 114atul1 ringed shank 1 1 4 used to lay plywood or composition underlayment over wood floor or floor joists at the home depot. Electro galvanized steel roofing nails 30 lb pack 14 x 1 3 4 in. In normal wind zones the nails should be driven at 6 0 o c. It acts a secondary waterproofing element plus it provides longevity for the roof system click here for a brief explanation.

On center on both head and end laps. Only use 1 diameter plastic cap roofing nails. I personally do not leave roofs open for any longer then it takes me to roof them. There have been several occasions where shingles have blown off in heavy thunderstorms or hurricanes but because the felt underlayment was nailed securely the damage to the interior of the building was minimized.

For the lower portion of the roof especially the part that overhangs the eaves and is susceptible to ice dams it is a good idea to apply self stick waterproof shingle underlayment wsu also called ice guard. 12 x 1 in. Roofhelp and all other professional roofing organizations consider properly nailed underlayment to be an important part of the roof assembly. Acquire the grip rite 12 1 2 x 1 1 4 in.

In normal wind zones. Plastic round cap roofing nail 3 000 pack 11 x 1 1 2 in. Pack 14 x 1 1 2 in 4d stainless steel shake shingle nail 5lbs pack price. Fasten the field area in the middle of the roll a minimum of 24 o c.

All in all when you shingle the roof there are a gazillion more nails puncturing the underlayment. I will agree that if leaving the underlayment exposed for a period of time that cap nails is the better way.