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We are in the process of having a standing seam (no exposed fasteners) metal roof installed. Is there a proper way to finish/tuck/seal the exposed edge of the ridge near the hemmed end? Frankly this rough cut end looks like crap and I’m worried about rust.
12/5/2019
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/24678/find/You want to be careful to not crimp the radius of the actual fold too tightly but normally you'd go in with tongs or a folding tool of the some sort and close up that hem so it's tighter against the starter piece.
Isaiah Industries, Inc.
12/5/2019
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/24679/find/Thank you. We are getting them to come re-crimp the hem up tighter where needed. I'm sorry--I was a bit ambiguous with my amateur terminology.
I am concerned about the vertical ridge/seam right at the hemmed edge--where the overlock occurs. Here's a closer pic. Is that normal? Totally exposed?
12/5/2019
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/24680/find/There are not a lot of options. I have seen people leave a little flap and fold it over to close the opening but, if you live in an area where you get snow, snow will open it up after a couple of seasons. One option is to fill the hole with color matched sealant. I notice the rust already. Do you know how they cut these panels? What environment are you located in?
Isaiah Industries, Inc.
12/5/2019
Or copy this URL: https://www.metalroofing.com/spirit/comment/24681/find/