Understanding the jargon of roof construction

Hare, M.

Understanding the jargon of roof construction - 2004 - Estate Agent November 2004,16-17(2) .

Provides a basic understanding of the principle types of roof construction, their advantages and disadvantages and explains the jargon used.


BRACING
VENTILATION
PURLINS
TRUSSES
COLLAR ROOFS
FLAT ROOFS
PITCHED ROOFS
BINDERS
TRUSSED RAFTER ROOFS
BUILT ENVIRONMENT-BUILDING ELEMENTS-COMPLETE BUILDING ELEMENTS-ROOFS