Description
Book SynopsisThis text covers types of roofs; roofing and reroofing; roof and attic insulation and ventilation; skylights and roof openings; dormer construction; roof flashing details and more. It also contains information on code requirements, underlaying and attic ventilation.
Table of ContentsForeword vii
1. Types of Roofs 1
2. Roofing and Reroofing 11
3. Roof Deck Preparation 61
4. Roof and Attic Ventilation 77
5. Skylights and Roof Openings 101
6. Dormer Construction 123
7. Roof Flashing Details 153
8. Applying Strip Shingles 189
9. Applying Specialty Shingles 239
10. Roll Roofing 265
11. Built-Up Roofing 285
12. Wood Shingle and Shake Roofing 309
13. Slate Roofing 355
14. Tile Roofing 379
15. Installing Gutters and Downspouts 427
16. Roofing for Historic Buildings 453
17. Historic Wooden Shingle Roofs 481
References 513
Index 521
