May 24, 2010
Residential Roofing Terms
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Alpine Roofing Construction
Alpine Roofing Construction wants our customers to be informed. Here are a few more roofing terms to increase your residential roofing knowledgeB. Fascia-A flat horizontal band around a roof's perimeter.
C. Boxed Eave-An overhang enclosed with a soffit that runs horizontally from the eave edge to the side of the building.
D. Cornice- The decorative section just below the roofline. The roof cornice may be simple or ornate depending on building style.
E. Rake- The pitch edge of a gable roof. Roofs may be close, or extend from the building to allow for an overhang.
Pitch- The degree of slope, steepness, of the roof from the ridge to the eave or valley.
Low Slope- A roof angle or pitch that is less than 30 degrees.
Normal Slope- A roof angle or pitch that is between 30 to 45 degrees.
Steep Slope- A roof angle that is greater than 45 degrees.
Need residential roofing services? Call Alpine Roofing Construction for all your roofing and construction needs at 214-528-9897.
Source: bobvila.com
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