While some homeowners choose to not include foam closure strips when they buy a metal roof we recommend using strips as they help increase the performance of your metal roof.
How to apply closure strips metal roof.
The wood closure strips have a self adhesive backing for ease of installation.
While their lifespan varies foam closure strips do not last as long as the metal panels.
When to use foam closure strips.
Apply the closure strips to the wooden roof decking.
Therefore they can effectively make your roofing system watertight weather tight and noise reduction.
Prevents insects from entering your building or nesting under the panels.
Easy to cut and install.
Place the closure strips along the entire length of the roof right at the edge but not so close that any of the strip hangs over the edge of the roof.
The metal roof foam closure strips can seal the gaps of the roofing panels.
When you re installing corrugated roofing panels include closure strips to prevent birds and critters from getting inside the raised portions of the panels.
Also the foam closure strips can prevent insects and other animals from getting inside or beneath the roofing panels.
The uniform profile of corrugated panels means that the strip fits securely at both the eave and the ridge.