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How much slope does flat roof need?
1" per 4' minimum.
How much does it cost of shingles on 10 x 20 roof?
A roof that is 10 x 20 has an area of 200 square feet. The cost to have this size roof shingled is approximately 1,800.00.
How many shingles does it take to cover 1800 sq foot roof?
54.
How do you figure the hip on a hip roof?
A hip roof, or hipped roof, is a type of roof where all sides slope downwards to the walls, usually with a fairly gentle slope. A square hip roof is shaped like a pyramid. Hip roofs on rectangular houses will have two triangular sides and two trapezoidal ones. A hip roof on a rectangular plan has four faces.
What is the minimum pitch of a single pitch roof?
1x12 for metal or rolled roofing, 3x12 for shingles.
How is the building code for using asphalt shingles on a roof related to the definition of slope?
no
Where do you start shingles on pyramid shaped roof?
Pretty much regardless of the shape of the roof, shingles should start at the bottom. If you don't, then they don't overlap right and it makes it easier for water to get underneath them, which is generally regarded as bad.
Should I buy copper roofing for my house?
Copper roofing shingles last much longer than regular shingles and are aesthetically pleasing. If you like the look of a copper roof and want to save money in the long run, you should install a copper roof.
If my patio cover roof has a pitch of quarter inch per foot can you use composition shingles?
3 inch per foot is usually the lowest pitch for shingles. For only 1/4 inch slope, rolled roofing should be used.
Will a roof designed for asphalt shingles support tile shingles?
Perhaps, but not guaranteed. Tile is generally much heavier than asphalt or "composition" shingles. If you're concerned, have a roofing contractor to evaluate your roof.
How do you calculate how many shingles for a roof?
general rule is 3 bundles of shingles cover an area 10 ft by 10 ft (known as a square).
What are under the shingles of a roof?
There should be a layer of tar paper and then plywood.
Minimun slope on a shingle roof?
Usually 4/12, it will say on the bundle of shingles. At that pitch you would probably want a layer of bituminus underlayment under the shingles, at least anywhere where it is cold in winter.
If warped 1X8 boards have pulled away from the studs on the roof can they be repaired or should they be replaced?
I assume you mean the sheathing on the slope of the roof that the roofing is nailed to. It is unlikely you could get them to lay down flat enough to have a smooth roof when finished. Any dips between rafters is going to show through to the shingles.
Asphalt Shingles?
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When do I need to replace my roof?
the first sign would be a leak in the roof that is visible from the interior or under roof eaves, etc. depending on the type of roofing material: aspalt type shingles should have the roof granules in place and should not be curled or cracked, wood shingles should be flat. if a few shingles are damaged, they can be replaced on an individual basis. if larger areas are damaged then the hole roof or the exposure should be replaced.
How easy is it to replace roof shingles on a budget?
We need to tear out a spot on our roof. How difficult is it to remove and replace roof shingles on our own?
