How Do You Shingle A Hip Roof?
Replacing the shingles on a hip roof requires more time and effort than working on types of roofs. You will need to cut more shingles to size and pay special attention to how the shingles lay on the roof as you round corners. Ideally, the amount of the shingle showing on the main part of the roof matches the hip roof. Start with the back of the roof to gain some valuable experience before moving on to areas people will see. Install the flashing on the ridges and tin strips along the edges of the hip roof to provide additional protection against water damage. Line up the first shingle with the bottom of the entire shingle lined up with the bottom edge of the roof. Cut the side of the shingle to match the angle of the ridge the shingle is up against. If you start on the left side of the roof, the left side of the shingle will need to be trimmed and vice versa. Nail the first shingle into position, making sure the shingle is aligned properly with the edge of the roof and the edge of the r
