You're paying a contractor to replace your roof right? So surely you don't need to know the ins and outs of how the job is done? True...but if you've ever been curious, or want to know what sort of action you can expect on your roof during a replacement, read on for a quick insight into some of the tools used in the roofing trade!
Aviation snips
So named for their use in the aviation industry, aviation snips are ideal for cutting aluminium and sheet metal. Their handles are colour coded for left and right cutting. Powersnips (the mechanical version) make the job even quicker.
Drill
You need one these to drill those batten screws in and keep the roof sheeting in place. Most roofers use battery operated drills for ease of access.
Riveter
Whether powered or manual, a riveter is essential for installing flashings and joining gutters.
Silicone gun
Allows precision when sealing flashings and penetrations with silicone.
Grinder
Just tricking! Hot cuts should be avoided when cutting roof sheets, as it generates hot particles and leaves a jagged edge, leading to rapid corrosion – and more importantly, voiding the Bluescope warranty.
Spirit Level
For measuring and checking roof pitch as well as hanging gutters to ensure correct drainage.
Hammer
Used to remove existing fixings and screws and knocking out damaged battens where required.
String Line
Used to ensure that fixings are installed in a straight, consistent line that doesn’t miss the battens underneath.
Circular saw
Although it’s more common to install metal battens, in the instance timber battens are being used, this will make quick work of cutting them to size.
Ladder
How else does a roofer get on the roof!?
We hope you found the information in this blog useful!
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Updated 13th Jan 2020 to provide most current information.
