Roof Structure
What roof decking does and the signs it needs replacing
Roof decking is the wood foundation holding your shingles, and dark attic stains or a sagging roofline can signal it needs replacing.
Roof Structure
Rafters, trusses, pitch, decking and ventilation explained, plus the roof shapes you see on American houses and how each one behaves.
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Roof Structure9 parts of a roof and what each one does
Learn the nine parts of a roof from the frame to the flashing, so you can understand your roof structure, spot problems early and talk to contractors.
Roof StructureHow roof pitch is measured and what the numbers mean
Learn how to measure the pitch of roofs and understand what the rise over run numbers mean for shingles, attic space and roof replacements.
Roof StructureHip vs gable roof and how each one stands up to high wind
Understand the difference between a hip vs gable roof, how each structure is framed, and why hip roofs perform better in hurricane wind zones.
Roof Structure9 roof types on American houses and how each is framed
Learn about the nine most common roof types on American houses and how builders frame them to handle heavy rain, winter snow and high wind.