It has been a long time since people in Jerusalem kept their pet sheep on the roof and kept there crops that were picked up on there to dry. Back then you could take apart the roof thatch and look into the house if you had a few friends to help. I read about that happening. With current construction methods, the last thing we want is the parts of the roof blowing off and causing leaks. I guess us modern people are down right picky about these things. One of the first things to remember is that everything has a life span. When it comes to roofing materials, they vary widely in this regard. There is also a tremendous range of colors and decorative styles. The following sections will cover many areas including the all-encompassing fact that just purchasing materials does not mean the buyer instinctively knows the correct way to install the items. When something looks funny or wrong, you have a very good chance that you are right! You may not know exactly what is wrong or how to fix, but being aware can be very helpful.
Rain Gutters
As a general rule, gutters are not required on a structure. Rain gutters and downspouts will be able to help...
Roofing Condition
An important way to discuss the condition of a roof must include what is the current condition and what is...
Roofing Designs
To begin the subject of roofing there should be a little discussion of what are some of the most common...
Roofing Flashing
This page/section has a lot of info so please don’t get lost. The slide shows help put it in perspective,...
Roofing Vent Caps
All structures will have vent pipes and vent covers. A slight different purpose for these two categories that you will...
Skylights
There can be skylights on an elevated curb that are not properly sealed against wind driven rain and moisture. A...