Roof / Discussions

...roof homes in hot and humid coastal climate? For ventilating a roof in a hot climate you should have well-ventilated soffits to remove moisture and prevent overheating. This page will help - How to ventilate a roof properly We recommend soffits vents as it provides a very uniform source of air as low in an attic space ...

...roof right now and I'd love some guidance on the parapet details as well as perimeter drains/gutter details.  A green roof is much heavier than roofs with standard roof coverings and so has to be designed to carry the additional load. You would need to consult with an engineer to determine anything structural, we can’t...

...roof. What say you? Best regards, Philip Benson The S1600 Ecohome prefab kit house comes with a metal roof, as for changing that to a Tesla Solar Roof we couldn’t say for sure right now, that would need to be discussed with the manufacturer. Tesla solar roof tiles will certainly have a more subtle aesthetic, but their ...

...roof (4/12 pitch), in sequence from start to finish: strip entire roof down to deck;  cover 2x6' pine roof deck with either an air barrier or vapor barrier. What is recommended at this stage of the install of the roofing assemby? Air or Vapor barrier? install two layers of 1 -1/2 inch EPS expanded polystyrene​; ...

...roof material to use? Here is our page on choosing the best roofing materials, have a look there, you may find all the answers you need. You can also read our pages on the pros and cons of asphalt shingles and metal roofing and our page dedicated to the subject of durability of asphalt shingles. Once you know the optio...

...roof insulation? Least toxic, and highest R factor? Wool, Fiberglass etc. Do you have a brand in mind that you'd recommend? If you’re looking to learn what is the best home insulation, you’ll find a list of the pros and cons of different types of insulation here on this page – What is the best insulation for a home? Th...

...Roofing Paper / Water screen followed by 2 X 4's for strapping using 10" RSS type screws through to the sheathing and purlins.  Facia Board installed prior to insulation being emplaced with roofing paper / water screen wrapped about 1/2 over the top of the facia board.  Metal roof attached to strapping. Walls much the ...

...roof and open cell foam sprayed on underside of roof deck. I am considering a peal and stick membrane under roof panels but have been advised I would be creating a 'double vapor barrier' potentially trapping moisture in the roof deck causing long term issues given Naples is hot and humid. I was of impression open cell ...

...roof on a 'metal' building, you are referring to the current roof covering, correct? We do have a DIY green roof installation video, the first steps of this process (linked below) would be the same, in that you need a waterproof roof covering, then a root barrier, and certainly for a green roof in a desert climate you ...