Cost of Roofing Nails: How to Choose HighPerformance Screw Roofing Nails by Application and Specification

1. Start with the roof you are fixing

Before you compare roofing nail suppliers on price, list what the roof needs. The product materials describe these nails for fixing roofing parts such as shingles, tiles and metal sheets to roof decks. The listed uses are building construction, metal roofing and wooden furniture. A related catalog listing also names connecting timber pieces, asbestos shingles, fixing plastic tiles, wooden construction, indoor decorations and roofing sheets.

If your project is outside these uses, this product page doesn't show that the nail is suitable. Check with the supplier first.

2. Specifications that affect the cost of roofing nails

The two published listings show one size differently. One gives 90x5.0 mm and the other gives 90 x 50 mm. Confirm the exact size in writing before you order.

3. Material and coating: buy for the exposure

The materials say galvanized and stainless steel options are offered to resist rust in humid and coastal settings. The supplier also says it can choose coatings to suit regional conditions, such as coastal salt air. Don't specify a costly material for a dry interior job, and don't save on coating for an exposed metal roof. Tell the supplier the site conditions and compare quotes for the same material and coating.

4. Shank type and holding power

The threaded shank locks into the material for withdrawal resistance. It provides much higher withdrawal resistance than smooth nails. If holding power is a contract requirement, ask for test data for the exact item you are buying. Ring and smooth shanks are also offered, so make sure the quotation names the shank type.

5. Installation and sealing costs

Total cost includes labor and repairs. The product materials say the nails have self-drilling and tapping tips that remove the need to pre-drill. The related catalog listing describes sharp points and twist shanks instead. Ask which tip style applies to your order before you plan labor around it. The built-in rubber or plastic washer is meant to stop leaks where the nail goes through the sheet, which matters most on metal roofs.

6. Choosing the size: from 1 to 1 1/2 inch roofing nails up to longer screw nails

The general product material says roofing nails most often run from 1 to 1.5 inches. Longer nails are used for thicker or multi-layer roofs, and length is measured from the point to the underside of the head. The listed main sizes for this product are in millimeters. If you search for 1 1/2 roofing nails or similar sizes, ask whether that length is available rather than assuming it is. The materials say other styles, gauges and lengths can be made to order.

7. What to ask roofing nail suppliers for in a quotation

• Exact size, shank type, tip style, material and coating
• Washer material and size
• Test data or quality records, if your specification requires them (the materials mention international quality control standards, but don't name a specific standard or certificate)
• Packing and shipping method for bulk orders
• Price basis, MOQ and lead time, all of which must come from the supplier

When this recommendation does not apply

These nails may not be the right fit if your roof system needs a named certification, a tested load value, or a size that isn't in the listed range. They also may not fit if the job is outside the stated uses. In those cases, ask for supporting documents or choose a fastener that has them.

To review the published details or send a specification for quotation, see the HighPerformance Screw Roofing Nails product page.