How to Perform Roof Inspections

Question 1

In roof framing, the base of the right triangle is called the _____, which is the distance from the outside of the wall’s top plate to a point directly below the center of the ridge.

Answer 1

Run

Question 2

A built-up roof consists of layers called _______.

Answer 2

Underlayers

Question 3

A shake is ________-split, whereas a wood shingle is ________-cut.

Answer 3

Hand ….. Machine

Question 4

Trees overhanging the structure _______ be noted due to the potential for damage to the roof covering.

Answer 4

Should

Question 5

A rain cap or deflector ____ required on all manufactured chimneys.

Answer 5

is

Question 6

__________ is expressed as a ratio and always in inches per foot.

Answer 6

Slope

Question 7

Asphalt shingles use a base of either ________ or _________.

Answer 7

cellulose….fiberglass

Question 8

For asphalt shingles on sloped roofs, the most effective venting system is commonly accepted to be _____.

Answer 8

ridge and soffit vents

Question 9

Gutters __________ required to be installed on all homes.

Answer 9

are not