Module 10

Question 1

cost for a porch:

3 major components

Answer 1

floor structure
wall structure
roof structure

Question 2

floor structure

Answer 2

concrete slab
a slab supported by a perimeter foundation with footings
wood deck support system

Question 3

wall structure

Answer 3

screened porch
a porch that is mostly windows
a porch that is like the rest of the house with a typical wall system that has windows randomly spaced

Question 4

roof structure

Answer 4

1. roof

2. finished ceiling (drywall or paneling)

Question 5

Refinements are added to the porches base rate

Answer 5

type of roof shingle used
floor coverings
design features such as vaulted ceiling or added wall height

Question 6

calculated a vaulted or cathederal ceiling

Answer 6

1. determine the height of the vault at its peak.
2. divide the additional height of the vault from the ceiling height in half
3. multiply by the adjusted height for the vault by
   3% for each foot of adjusted height in structures with wood fram cinstruction
   4% for each foot of adjusted height with masonry construction