How to Cut Roof Shingles
Shingling a roof is a hard and heavy job. You may have to tear off old roof shingles or shingle over an old roof. The most popular type of shingles are asphalt and they normally last from 20 to 30 years. Cutting shingles is an important part of the roofing installation and a straight cut is essential in keeping the shingles looking and laying right. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Place shingle upside down with the back of the shingle facing toward you.
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Place a yardstick or a straight metal piece alongside the area you want to cut and mark it with the utility knife.
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Cut along the marking. If the knife does not go completely through the shingle, fold back and forth along the cut until the shingle comes apart.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep the knife blade clean when cutting shingles and have extra blades on hand as cutting roofing shingles dulls blades quickly.
