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TOPIC: Screws

Screws vs Nails

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Which do you prefer for installing metal roofs, 3" ring shank nails or screws? We are having a warranty question with a metal building contractor and we want screws to replace nails that they used to install the roof.
Gordon Hirschi

4/9/2009
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Screws-always.
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4/9/2009
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The nails will loosen up! I have seen this happen!
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4/10/2009
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Thanks all. Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

4/18/2009
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Where would I find Documentation requiring screws v nails?
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7/1/2009
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The roofing manufacturer should have some comparative results. Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

7/4/2009
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