Metal Roof Over Zip System

When installing new shingles or roofing over existing zip system sheathing you first need to install an additional code approved roofing underlayment due to the amount of nail holes left behind from the previous roof covering.

Metal roof over zip system.

Taped zip panels qualify as roof underlayment in most cases. You can t used on walls only roofs and not with slopes under 2 1 2 pitch. Document share jobsite poster for zip system roof sheathing portuguese. The zip system includes roof panels with built in precipitek moisture barrier with pre printed fastening tape guides and the special tape how special i don t know but assume if it is not used the system would not be warrented.

A revolutionary structural roof and wall system that streamlines weatherization with an integrated air and water resistive barrier. Zip system panels install fast and stay flat for a roof that looks as good as it performs. Speed ease of installation. Three panel thicknesses with various dimensional options let you choose the right panel for each design and application.

Zip system r sheathing is the simple all in one structural panel with built in exterior insulation. Tate hudson a product application specialist with huber engineered woods replies. Space is left for attic ventilation. Zip system is easily identified by its green colored panels that are attached and sealed with black zip tape on all the exterior seams of the home.

This poster is a portuguese translated overview of typical zip system sheathing details for roof applications and is formatted to be used as a printable jobsite poster. Featuring integrated moisture air and thermal protection zip system r sheathing completely reimagines traditional wall assemblies by streamlining exterior water air and thermal management. Zip system creates a quick and simple two step installation that eliminates the need for housewrap and felt. With integrated structural water and air management layers zip system products offer interchangeable options for optimal roof and wall performance.

The roof is sheathed with 5 8 in. Zip system has been gaining ground in the homebuilding market due to an aggressive marketing program and because it is growing in popularity homeowners can mistakenly think that it is a good.