Tips for Getting the Steel Roof Overlap Right

Getting your steel roof overlap right is arguably the most important part of the whole installation if you actually want to stay dry when the clouds open up. It's one of those things that looks pretty straightforward on paper, but once you're up on the rafters with a heavy sheet of metal and a bit of a breeze, it's easy to see how mistakes happen. If the panels don't sit together perfectly, you're not just looking at a cosmetic issue; you're looking at a potential leak that could rot out your decking or ruin your insulation before you even realize there's a problem. ...

February 18, 2026 · 7 min · Zavala Nally