How To Stack Tiles On A Roof

After you have determined the distance between the first two battens measure the distance and set battens using that.

How to stack tiles on a roof.

Positioning the battens laying the tiles cutting fixing verges ridges illustration. The way roofers stack roof tiles. A general pyramid style stack works best beyond three or four vertical rows if possible. Step 2 raise the tile off of the ground so it will not be exposed to dirt or water.

Avoid stacking the shingle bundles near vulnerable areas of the roof where damage is more likely including the valleys. Normally roofers around here lay 1 tile cross ways then put front edge of stack on that so they sit more level. Only stack shingles on flat surfaces whenever possible some contractors will intentionally stack the shingle bundles over the roof s ridge. In addition put thicker tiles on the bottom and lighter thinner tiles.

Use two tiles to determine the spacing required for the battens. Working on a roof involves working at height even on a bungalow so always use scaffolding or other stable platform never use just ladders. Do not remove any plastic cellophane wrapping if the tile is wrapped in it. Leave the tile that is to be stored in its original packaging.

Roofing with plain tiles.