Previous projects
Here are some examples of previous knowledge acquired through past reconstruction and new construction projects. We also acquire knowledge from books that call themselves "new metal pattern books", written over a century ago. Inferior large scale, low slopes projects, without these details will not affect our strife.
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The image demonstrates a folded ridge detail to allow water to flow off the roof. It has a folded six inch hem, made from the same roof panels after flattened, folded, and sealed. There was another strip of flashing over the top, connecting the two roofing systems. Folded eaves and a custom box gutter at the bottom with folded end caps on the gutter ends. Custom gutter is made from 24 gauge to aid against hail damage and heavy sliding snow loads. Custom gutter around power line with folded end caps ensure no water dripping into conduit box below. Caulking doesn't have the ability to withstand the life of 24 gauge pre painted steel.
Many great details in such a small space.
Custom tapered panels on turret roofs with mechanically seamed, seams. Turrets can also be executed with standing seam (snap-lock) profiles and batten seam profiles, but snap-lock profiles run the risk of seam coming apart due to the upward pressure caused from roof curvature if panels too wide or roof wood frame substrate not even. Batten t-panel profiles slide down the roof and stop at your gutter (if you're lucky), if not fastened to the up-stand panel seam. Mechanical standing seam is best.
Skilled beginning lay-out , made last panel, an easy measurement and installation.
Custom tapered panels on turret roofs with mechanically seamed, seams. Turrets can also be executed with standing seam (snap-lock) profiles and batten seam profiles, but snap-lock profiles run the risk of seam coming apart due to the upward pressure caused from roof curvature if panels too wide or roof wood frame substrate not even. Batten t-panel profiles slide down the roof and stop at your gutter (if you're lucky), if not fastened to the up-stand panel seam. Mechanical standing seam is best.
Huntington Trails
There were two turrets on this project and one convex (barrel) roof. The cap flashing at the top ridge (witches hat), was made from a single piece of metal. The panel profile used was an 1-1/2" height rib mechanical seam.
Royal Chateau on Federal
A total of seven dormer roofs were on this building. We took a sample of the drywall looking underlayment for an asbestos and hazardous debri inspection to the laboratory, which was a negative on harmful material. We submitted a traffic control plan with the city of Denver to commence the work in a safely manner to tenants and pedestrians. High temperature underlayment was used used the metal to ensure a higher fire rating. New decking was also added. A groove was cut into the mortar to connect the riglet to the headwall. A folded edge on the gable panels was done, instead of a standard starter with caulking practice, to honor the full life of the metal. The credits on this project go to our amazing safety monitor and our quick tear off / clean up crew.
Berkeley Residence
Anagliphic impressions executed on gable fascia with the house address numbers
"Z" metal would have been a problem on this very low pitch roof, due to having to rely directly on caulking for a decade (if you're lucky). This method honors the life of the metal. The water and ice will return after meeting hidden folded pockets, created with the same panel, with intricate folds and unfolds. We realize that it seems impossible, but it isn't. Having a tight seal also helps with fires, as embers are known to start in the crevices.
Anagliphic impressions executed on gable fascia with the house address numbers
This roof had a very low slope. Reason why we chose this picture is to demonstrate the fold at the headwall, where the seams connect. There is only a slit, that was cut into the double folded edge of the seam at the top. The metal is folded at each connection to create a pocket. If water wishes to travel up the pocket, it will have to face gravity after meeting with the headwall metal that was installed after this picture was taken. This detail and the folded lower eave detail (that is not in the picture), give this project an advantage in durability over other roofs that face our harsh Colorado weather. A sixteen inch fascia was also installed, as well as trim around the garage door frame.
Village at the Peaks
On 1236 S. Hover we installed two snap lock roofs with a 12/12 pitch roof, otherwise known as a forty five degree angle. The contractor wanted the first and last panels to be within an inch closeness to the same width on both sides, and we came within an eighth of an inch on an almost sixty panels wide span, which means we started correctly between a sixty fourth of an inch in error on the first panel. We also installed the fascia.
D style drip edge was installed on the rake/gables aiding water to fall to the lower roof, instead of accumulating where the roofs meet.
Custom door plates will have a small reveal matching metal roofs.
Clarkson Units
There were close to fifty penetrations on this project which landed every one in between a panel seam. Special coordination took place between the HVAC and the plumber trades. We also invested a day in figuring out the detail in between the units where we chose to install a "valley with a built in joggle cleat" looking metal to ensure that any water coming down from one roof wouldn't be able to travel up the other roof without being diverted back down with a fold.
Columbine
Radius convex white coping metal was executed in bright white 24 gauge pre-painted metal. These radius parapet wall cap flashings are usually done with a Pittsburgh lock at the top, which we eliminated by having a flat surface for water to exit instead of a crevasse. This method allowed us to install concealed clips at the top and bottom of our front and back flashings around the parapet wall. A single lock standing seam was created at the four lapped joints to prolong the life of this small, but complex project, our end goal is to not be needed.
Folded seams create an overlap that locks onto the seam, and doesn't come apart, thus deterring water, on the male side of the raised fold.
They could have pieced it in or splice the back of the cap, to make it lay flat against the wood. Could have also been made a bigger size, but then it would have caught more air
Folded seams create an overlap that locks onto the seam, and doesn't come apart, thus deterring water, on the male side of the raised fold.
Standing seam panel next to dormer has a continuous standing seam up the sidewall of the dormer, making it an easy replacement in the future, and also a water tight solution, eliminating the need for starter or any exposed fasteners or caulking up the wall.
Standing seam panel next to dormer has a continuous standing seam up the sidewall of the dormer, making it an easy replacement in the future, and also a water tight solution, eliminating the need for starter or any exposed fasteners or caulking up the wall.
Fraser Homes
Custom panel widths had to be constructed, to accommodate certain building architectural layouts, which assist on the longevity of the roof. Six inches were folded, to ensure a good overlap under the rustic siding. At the bottom of the edges, a seamless/folded kick-out was executed to divert the water into the gutter. Folded 45 degree eaves at the bottom seam of every panel was executed, to assist in the problem of capillary action and ice damming. Project completion 2022
Historical Train Museum
There were two inches of ice and twelve inches of snow on top of the roof, when we got called in for this project. We started with removing the snow, from on top of the ice, to allow the sun to melt the ice. We proceeded to install the trims around the perimeter of the building. The panel and ridge cap installation went smooth and we got to witness a helicopter fly close by from the roof view. The laser show is awesome and so are the operators.
Golden Colorado
Flush seam soffit panels in mansard brown (24 gauge), around stone pillars and a front convex radius building design. Careful beam wrap metal around beam came with minimal (if any) oil canning, due to planning and skilled installers efforts.
Vista Parkway
Standing seam fascia cladding around this home with a sill metal that compliments and terminates the wood soffit. Parapet wall coping was also installed after pre fabricated collector boxes and downspouts per architect's request.
Home in Arvada
The sheet metal for this project are around the soffit, fascia, and roof. The soffit metal termination left a good finish for the stucco. The fascia was a two piece vented system with vented ridge cap on top of the roof panels.
Tabernash
Metal fascia, roofs, vents, chimney cap, and garage door trims done in deep black 24 gauge. Pitched roofs with folded details. Much needed techniques for harsh Colorado weather temperatures.
Work of art done with pride to Colorado
Held on with clips, without a single screw, protruding through the metal. Pocket folds reach the built in ridge cap cleat.
Garage door trim was installed before stucco, giving a good water lap coverage. Certain bends all around garage door perimeter trim were folded on-site, allowing for a tight installation and avoiding gaps in your wall, drywall, and wood against the metal, making it sturdier.
Work of art done with pride to Colorado
Canopy done in 24 gauge matte black
Installed a nailable surface at the hips.
Can't tell the difference.
Canopy done in 24 gauge matte black
Pyramid Near Art District
Very cool residence we shared the experience to install a metal roof on a canopy. Sometimes certain small orders may be difficult to meet, but we will aspire to meet them by using metal coil for trim and flashings.
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Folded eaves all the way up to the standing seam, help against ice damming after gutter overflow. Lower male standing seam 45 degree cut allows for folded tab to help divert water from entering the fold. The fold is kept from opening with the 90 degree bend that creates the locked seam at the top of each panel.
First-Rate Materials
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Pleated Valley Dormer
This detail is highly respected in our sheet metal industry by international masters, somehow we don't find it too difficult. 2024 is the year we completed this masterpiece. If no major accidents, would not be surprised if owners reap the benefits after 150 years, as we have learned from masters who have replaced 500 year old castles.
Single piece of copper. segments needed to be stretched and flattened, before raising a seam on one side, and folding a hem on the other.
Eight inches up the valley and ten towards the dormer, leave enough for a standing seam towards the dormer, while many will rely on caulking without a standing seam with a double lock at the top.
Caulking should not be applied to copper, due to its ability to retain and collect heat. Although, some might find it acceptable to only apply caulking on exposed laps or and on low water traffic areas. We would not advise to put on ice build up areas, as the effects of copper heat are visible on this image
Single piece of copper. segments needed to be stretched and flattened, before raising a seam on one side, and folding a hem on the other.