Options for a rolled metal roof

[nestsman]

I think my mobile home has a "rolled metal roof". I saw this phrase elsewhere on this site and it seems to fit what I have. Is this how it likely came from the factory? Or is a rolled metal roof something that has been added in the past? It's not very attractive and I am wondering if it's fairly easy to strip it off and replace it with fiberglass roofing shingles. I assume that there is some plywood underneath the rolled metal.

Thanks!

[1987Commodore]

Yes, it came that way. Whether it can be replaced with shingles depends upon the size of your roof trusses. You have to be very careful with adding weight. How about a new metal panel roof? They are becoming very popular now, and will outlast shingles.

[JD]

Most homes with metal rolled roofs will not having sheathing under the metal. I have seen a few that did though. Great to work on! I love the stability. But these are actually rare in my area. I would not recommend adding framing, plywood and shingles to a home with a factory metal roof. The load factors are usually set for the rolled metal roof and not strong enough for the weight of a shingle roof. Also, most metal roofs have a less than 2.5/12 pitch, which would void all warranties. A 2.5/12 roof is the minimum slope for shingles. This minimum slope greatly reduces the lifespan of the shingles, compared to a standard stick-boilt home at 4/12