How to finish the top shingle row on a shed roof step 1.
How to finish a roof ridge.
If there is only a little space left then you re fine and don t have to lay another row yet.
Ideally the top edge of the last shingle row is flush with the top edge.
To install the air chutes staple them directly to the roof decking.
How to finish off ridge caps on a peaked cedar roof 1.
Check with the shingle or shake manufacturer to determine the recommended exposure length for your roof slope.
Install your shingles to the top edge of your lean to roof.
You will know it is time to switch to.
Determine when to stop laying three tab shingles and switch to ridge caps.
Measure the pitch of the roof using a tape measure and level.
Set the angle of a table saw blade to match the pitch.
If the gap allows you to put another course of shingles then do it.
Lay the first ridge cap.
Cut a new piece in half throwing out the half with the tar strip.
To effectively ventilate your roof create a 1 in.
Nail down through the tar strip the dark grey shingle in your image.
Glue down the cut shingle with roofing cement.
Remember to cover the nail heads from the last step.