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$20-$55 per boxRoofing Nails for Shingle and Felt Installation
Roofing nails feature extra-large flat heads designed to hold down shingles and roofing felt without pulling through. Galvanized coatings ensure long-term corrosion resistance under the most demanding weather conditions.
Key Features
- Extra-large flat head prevents pull-through
- Galvanized for weather resistance
- Coil collation for pneumatic nailers
- Ring shank option for high-wind areas
- Standard 1in to 1-3/4in lengths
Specifications
Material: Galvanized carbon steel | Head: Large flat (3/8in dia) | Shank: Smooth or ring | Lengths: 1in
1-1/4in
1-1/2in
1-3/4in | Collation: Coil (120/coil)
Best For
Asphalt shingle installation
Roofing felt and underlayment
Cap nailing felt paper
Roof repair and re-roofing
Compatible Materials
Asphalt shingles
Roofing felt
Synthetic underlayment
OSB roof sheathing
Plywood decking
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Large head prevents shingle pull-through
- ✓ Fast coil-fed installation
- ✓ Galvanized for decades of durability
- ✓ Ring shank for high-wind zones
Cons
- ✗ Limited to roofing applications
- ✗ Coil nailers required for collated
- ✗ Can overdrive in soft sheathing
Installation Tips
Place nails in the manufacturer's specified nailing zone on the shingle. Drive flush - overdriven nails can tear through. Use 1-1/4in for new roofs, 1-3/4in for re-roofing.
Frequently Asked Questions
1-1/4in for new installations over bare sheathing. 1-3/4in when re-roofing over existing layer. Nail must penetrate 3/4in into sheathing.
Standard is 4 nails per shingle. High-wind areas require 6. Follow manufacturer's pattern.