Asphalt Shingles - Application (Common and Steep Slopes)
Asphalt Shingles - Application (Common and Steep Slopes)
- Applicable to slopes 1:3 (4" in 12") and greater.
1 WORK INCLUDED
(1) Eaves Protection: One ply of self-adhered modified bituminous underlayment material or other acceptable eaves protection (See Section 7.1.2, Sentence 1.1.5). Lap 50 mm (2") minimum on sides and 150 mm (6") minimum on ends.
(2) Underlayment: Minimum one ply of No. 15 non-perforated asphalt saturated felt or accepted eaves protection. Overlap 50 mm (2") minimum on side laps and 150 mm (6") minimum on end laps.
(3) Edge Metal Flashing: Optional, installed to manufacturer’s printed instructions.
(4) Starter Course: Standard Strip and interlocking shingles starter course consist of same type shingles as for roof, applied tabs facing up the slope. Laminated shingle starter courses consist of Manufacturers’ proprietary starter shingles or same type shingle with the exposed (bottom) portion cut off below the seal strip. Apply to Manufacturers’ printed application instructions.
(5) Standard Strip, Laminated or Interlocking Shingles: Applied as recommended by manufacturer.
(6) Nailing: Note manufacturer’s recommended nailing pattern. Placement varies with manufacturer.
2 RELATED WORK BY OTHERS
(A) Acceptable Deck
NOTE: Refer to RGC Guarantee Standards for additional requirements.
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