Roofing Applications Review

This is the distance between the exposed edges of overlapping shingles

• cap flashing

• exposure

• bundle

• pitch

What is the most common type of composite shingle that is used in residential roofing applications?

• Strip

• Two-tab

• Three-tab

• Architectural

A three-tabe shingle can be woven in a roof valley

• True

• False

What is the purpose of requiring a 6" gap at the top of an open valley and tapering out by 1/8" for every foot

• To allow for more water to pass through the valley as it neats the eaves

• To allow for the use of less building materials

• For decorative purposes

The standing seam metal roofing system has hidden fasteners which allow for better sealing again water damage?

• True

• False

What is this additional structure behind a chimney called?

• Valley

• Dormer

• Cricket

• Fascia

This is the ratio of the rise to the span indicated as a fraction. (x/12)

• Pitch

• Ridge

• Saddle

Why do wood shingles need a bearer between it and the roof sheathing?

• so water can run under the shingles and not on top

• so they can dry and not rot

Which roof below has the longing life span of residential roofing applications?

• Three-tab shingles

• Corrugated Metal Roofing

• Clay/tile roofing

Which roof system provides continuous coverage (no seams) and a long life?

• Tile roof

• Wood shingles

• Standing Seam metal roof