Roofing Quiz

Which of these is LEAST likely to require tear-off and replacement of an existing steep slope roof?

• Leaking around or near a chimney

• Age of the roof

• Shingle deterioration

• Multiple layers of shingles

What type of roof does a steel deck panel most commonly go on?

• High-slope roof

• Low-slope roof

• Gable roof

• Hip roof

Which statement LEAST accurately describes tile characteristics?

• High-absorption tiles are less likely to be damaged during freezing-thaw cycles.

• Tiles are durable and long-lasting.

• Tiles can resist high winds.

• Tiles provide good insulation.

Which statement most accurately describes structural metal panel roofing assembly?

• Underlayment is optional for a structural metal panel.

• Underlayment is recommended if a structural metal panel is directly over a solid deck.

• Structural metal panels should not be installed over a solid deck.

• Structural metal panels require no deck.

Which statement most accurately describes the proper installation of rigid board insulation in a low-slope roofing system?

• Insulation boards should be left exposed at the end of each day's work.

• Insulation boards should be protected at the end of each day's work.

• Insulation boards do not need to be protected against moisture.

• Insulation boards should be installed with gaps between them.

Which of these most accurately describes proper maintenance and repair of thermoset membranes?

• New fasteners should be installed with a patch that extends 3 inches beyond the fastener plate.

• Patches should be the same size as the fastener plate.

• Fasteners do not require patches for repairs.

• Patches should extend 1 inch beyond the fastener plate.

Which of these adds most to fire resistance in low-slope roofing membranes?

• Aggregate or mineral granule surfacing.

• Reflective coatings.

• Single-ply membranes.

• Thermoplastic materials.

At what height does OSHA fall protection apply?

• 4 feet or higher

• 5 feet or higher

• 6 feet or higher

• 10 feet or higher

Where should electrical conduit or other piping be installed?

• Above the roof deck.

• Directly on the roof deck.

• Suspended well below the roof deck.

• Alongside the roof deck.

Which of the following most accurately describes proper maintenance and repair of low-slope roofing systems with modified bitumen membranes?

• Patches should be painted with water-based paint.

• Patches can be covered with a coat of asphalt emulsion.

• Patches must be welded using a torch.

• Patches require no additional covering.