That s the thinking behind the zxl woodbinder from st fastening systems.
Lifetime metal roofing screws.
The edpm washer is not a band aid it s a part of this roofing system design and most of the fasteners are located on top of ribs so they see very little water also part of the design.
Designed to fasten steel roofing to wood purlins used in post frame construction plywood or osb used in residential construction 5 16 cupped hwh with a molded zamac 5 zinc aluminum alloy provides lifetime protection against red rust on the head washer.
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Note for proper application the use of impact drivers are not recommended on any painted fastener.
This is especially important if you have exposed fasteners.
It depends on the quality of installation but on average exposed fastener metal roofs which do indeed use edpm washers if not of very low quality and life expectancy are a 15 25 year roof while a quality standing seam job is a 50 year roof.
At least twice a year you want to inspect your metal roof fasteners for potential movement in the screws or sealant failures.
This screw is designed to attach long life metal roof panels to structural steel joists up to 500 thick.
Check the manufacturer s specifications for a replacement schedule.
Threads transition from fine to coarse to generate superior holding strength in various wood substrates.
The zxl screw has a 5 16 zinc aluminum molded head that offers lifetime protection against red rust.
Lifetime metal roofing screws.
That means even if the powder coating is chipped during installation the screw is not going to cause rust streaks down the panel.
Again make sure to use fasteners and gaskets made of the same metal as the panels and seal each one as you replace it.
When replacing the screws for whatever type of metal roof you have you will need to use aluminum or galvanized steel screws with rubber or plastic washers.
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If your metal roofing has a 40 year warranty your screw should too.
The head and washer face captures the rubber epdm washer even when driven at an angle.
These metal roofing screws include integrated epdm washers micro bit drill points and a wide variety of powder coated paint options to blend in perfectly with your metal roof.
Kwikseal woodbinder 10 diameter 1 4 hex washer head fastener is designed to attach steel roofing and siding used in post frame residential metal roofing applications.
Lifetime aluminum roofing systems time for a new roof.
Check all screws and fasteners to make sure they are tight.
Fastener gaskets have a limited lifetime and must be replaced on a regular basis.
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Screws are the best way to hold your panels in place so don t ever use nails when installing or replacing screws in your metal roof.