Cloud Roofing Inc - Definitions and tips for clients.
Cricket - | Peaked diverter by the chimney to deflect water |
Diverter - | Used to direct water |
Dormer - | A Window projecting from a sloping roof |
Eves - | The overhang at the bottom of the roof |
Fascia - | A board generally behind gutter |
Flashing - | Metal used to seal around penetrations |
Gable - | The rake end of the roof |
Gutter - | Used to control roof drainage |
Hip - | The vertical ridgeline |
Nosing - | Used on the perimeter at eaves & gable ends |
Pipe Jacks - | Heating & plumbing flashings for penetrations |
Pitch or Slope - | Describes how steep the roof is |
Ridge - | The peak of the roof |
Roof Vent - | Allows humidity to escape attic |
Square - | 10' by 10' area is one square of roof |
Stack - | Exhaust flue pipe generally for stoves |
Underlayment - | The felt or base sheet underneath |
Valley - | Where two roof planes come together |
