I do this on my shed but these basic principals can be applied to your house as well.
How do i keep leaves off roof of storage shed.
Use a ladder to reach the screws that are in the middle of the roof but don t rest against.
Here are several chilling tips to keep your shed cool in the summer.
Wrap wire mesh around the shed if your shed sits a few feet off the ground you might want to consider wrapping chicken wire around it as another line of defense.
Patch any leaks you see in the roof and caulk the walls if you re seeing leaks.
Apply sealant along seam lines where two metal panels overlap or around nail.
Try the natural cooling effect of roof vents.
Cooling a storage shed becomes more effective with insulation to help regulate the temperature.
In this video i show you the basics of roofing.
On steeper roofs you can pull them off with a broom on an extension pole or better yet use a roof rake for leaves.
You could choose between wind ventilation or cross ventilation design to allow heat to exit your shed and lower the temperature within.
Fully assembled buildings should be anchored using a permanent anchoring system.
Adding a powered exhaust fan will accelerate the cooling process.
If you need to leave your building before it is completely assembled you will need to temporarily anchor the corners of the shed to your base and place weights such as patio blocks or sandbags on top of the floor frame.
Insects in particular are drawn to the moisture so keep your shed dry and uninhabited.
Detach the roof from the rest of the shed by unscrewing the screws or bolts that hold the roof in place.
Wind ventilation is the most common design.
Ventilation in roofs comes in two forms.
Shed build time lapse.
And it s wise to trim back all branches that are close to or touching the shingles.
Chemically treat mold then sweep it off with a soft broom.