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Low Pitch Torch Down

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The existing torch down is at the end of it's life and needs replacement. The roof pitch is rather shallow, just greater than 2:12 but not 3:12 (leave it to Alaska's "boom buiders"). A. Is the pitch too shallow for a standard corrugated steel roof? B. Are there any special considerations I should take when dealing with the fastening aside from approproiate screw lenght in these cold climates? Thanks.
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9/28/2003
The existing torch down is at the end of it's life and needs replacement. The roof pitch is rather shallow, just greater than 2:12 but not 3:12 (leave it to Alaska's "boom buiders"). A. Is the pitch too shallow for a standard corrugated steel roof? B. Are there any special considerations I should take when dealing with the fastening aside from approproiate screw lenght in these cold climates? Thanks.
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9/28/2003
Most metal roofs will require a 3:12. My only advice is to use this website and contact directly the manufacturers of vertical seam panels. Inquire what they have that is suitable for roofs of less than 3:12 in your climate. If they have something, make sure you receive and follow their instructions to a "T". Todd Miller
Todd Miller
Isaiah Industries, Inc.

9/29/2003
use a product called tri-flex under your steel this will keep any condensation from ice build-up from getting into your sheeting
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4/29/2004
I cannot stress enough that you must NEVER EVER install a metal roof system at a pitch lower than the minimum pitch stated by its manufacturer.
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4/29/2004