Construction Specifier

JUNE 11, 2021

Some of you may question why this article begins with a car maintenance reference—well, in the author’s experience, people spend more time on the upkeep of cars than roofs, which, in many instances, can be 10, 50, or over a 1000 times more expensive than a vehicle. The best approach to roof maintenance is prevention.

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Natural Building

AUGUST 26, 2020

I mow my roof,” Quick said while giving a tour of her unorthodox three-bedroom, two-bathroom home that’s on more than 11 acres. Three walls of the home are covered in several feet of sod, as is a roof that everyone walks on, including the occasional farm animal. “My Those horses trotted over and made themselves at home.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. Roofing project for 228-unit multifamily housing in Worcester, Mass. rcassidy Fri, 10/27/2023 - 10:02 GAF Roofing project completed on time, despite New England winter weather conditions. Based in Westport, Mass., in background.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Roof Leak Detection. At first, we have to do an initial survey on a roof to know whether there have any leaks or not. If your home early has any types of leaks then firstly, check those parts again because this part of the roof can leak again. So, you have to check carefully of your roof.

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ENR Construction

JULY 12, 2019

The focus of IBHS outreach in 2019 is calling out details of landscaping, construction materials, and the assembly of decks, roofs, siding, soffits and vents as ignition-point risks when seeded by wind-blown embers. It also is looking at the fire resistance of manufactured lumber, versus natural materials.

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Natural Building

JULY 30, 2021

Ibuku, an architecture studio, has completed The Arc gymnasium for a private school in Bali featuring a complex double-curved roof made entirely from bamboo. The protective roof shelters a multipurpose sports court with a floor area of 760 square meters. Vents at the roof’s apex also allow warm air to escape.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Due to excessively cold weather, snow is stored in the roof and freezes along the eaves and creates a dam-like structure which is called an ice dam. How to Remove Ice Dams from Roof? then it will be very bad for your roof strength. Then we lay that hose to the roof because it can cross the ice dam and overhang the gutter.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 4, 2022

What Is Roof Overhangs? The distance between the house’s siding and the roof determines how much of an overhang there is on the roof. Although overhangs on slate roofs are typically longer than those on other roofs, almost all buildings have some roof overhang. Types of Gable Roof.

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Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

Vents are placed at the top and bottom of the space between the glass panel and masonry wall. As the air in this space is heated, it rises into the top vent, which redirects it into the home. Combined with a shading device like a roof overhang, overheating during warmer seasons can be reduced drastically. Image © Filip Dujardin.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 30, 2021

Many people don’t give importance to the soffit and fascia which runs along with the tails at the age of the roof. The soffit plays a crucial role because it has venting which helps to keep a steady airflow between the roof and attic. Soffit consists of a series of vents that serve as the air intake for ventilation.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 27, 2020

Many people don’t give importance to the soffit and fascia which runs along with the tails at the age of the roof. The soffit plays a crucial role because it has venting which helps to keep a steady airflow between the roof and attic. Soffit consists of a series of vents that serve as the air intake for ventilation.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 30, 2021

Many of the structures have green or living roofs, although only a fraction of the 1,800 buildings have living roofs, and many of these are confined to the garage, connecting the building directly to the surrounding earth while providing a pathway for grazing deer. Not too bad for a roof that is 55 years old!

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 30, 2021

The first Roof which was constructed using folded structure was prepared by the engineer eudene Freyssinet in 1923 as an aircraft hangar at Orly airport in Paris. Then the Folded Plate Roof elements are transported flat and then opened to the desired angle during erection on the construction sites. What Are Folded Plate Roofs?

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Contractor Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

The device has a hose thread connection and valve on it so the DWV can be filled with water from the test plug rather than from the top of the vent on the roof. Patrick Peterson from Cash Acme demonstrates the firm's invention for water testing commercial building DWV systems.

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Removing firewood and other flammable materials from porches, cleaning roofs and gutters of dead leaves, and installing metal mesh screens on vents could help reduce the spread of fire, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 2, 2020

Low-slope and steep-slope unvented roof systems ( i.e. insulation and air barrier are applied directly to the underside of the roof deck) are common in applications where designers are seeking cost-effective and energy-efficient roof assemblies. Applicable roofing assemblies. Toumanios, PE.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 2, 2022

Also, Read: What Is a Roof Vent | Different Types of Roof Vents | How to Accomplish Air Roof Vents. Gable Roof | Hip Roof | Gabled Roof | Hip vs Gable Roof | 5 Types of Gable Roofs | Roof gable | Gable Roof Design. Laminate Vs Vinyl Flooring: What.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 8, 2019

The preferred retro fit for an existing home is a 3 inch gas tight or PVC pipe installed from the gas permeable layer through the house to the roof to safely vent radon and other soil gases above the house. All below-grade openings in the concrete foundation floor are sealed in existing homes to reduce soil gas entry into the home.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Embers often set structures ablaze in a wildfire when they fall on wooden roofs, blow in through vents, or lodge under boards. The code also requires the safe storage of combustible materials like liquefied petroleum gas.

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Pro Builder

JULY 26, 2020

Sin 1: Improperly designed and constructed roofs. While many roof installation defects can be identified, the most vulnerable are out of sight and create longer-term deterioration. Open gaps at flashing joints or lack of storm collars on plumbing penetrations through roofing assemblies. . They include: 1. Construction Quality.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Preserving a Historic Toronto Home with DELTA®-VENT S Air Barrier. Among them, DELTA ® -VENT S; a high-performing, vapor permeable air and moisture barrier from Dörken Systems Inc. . The green roof is visible from many points inside and outside the residence. kcichowicz. Tue, 09/13/2022 - 13:59. Case Study Image.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo is a natural product which is widely used in the construction of partition walls floorings and ceiling panels and for roofing. Bamboo is the best option for the roofing material and widely used by the people in the construction of structures especially where bamboo is in abundance. Bamboo Uses in Construction. Fire resistance.

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Julian Construction

MAY 6, 2012

Is Your Roof in Good Shape? Roofs are designed to protect a structure from the elements, especially water. Whatever materials are used, a roof will eventually wear out over time and need repair or replacing. Roof leaks are especially serious and should be immediately addressed to prevent dry rot and mold. by Shawn Kyles.

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BD+C

MARCH 19, 2013

Wind valves that harness the force of swirling winds to keep the roof in place during storms will be used to help seven Florida school roofs withstand hurricane-force winds. will be renovated under roof-replacement contracts worth more than $2 million. The valves can only be used on flat or low-slope roofs. read more.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The lofty apex shaped sun room has heat-holding tiled floor and air vents for passive warm air circulation. Roofing is a tile product which looks like cedar shingles but is hardier.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2021

The water which gets percolated from the roofs and then to the ceilings due to the improper Water Leakage from the ceiling is one of the common problems that is found in the ceiling of your house. When the water gets percolates from the ceiling area of the roof is known as ceiling water leakage. Roof Water Leakage.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Daniel’s structures largely opt for rammed earth as the foundation, with a ferrocement shell featured as the roof. The cantilevered triangular roof stands out where the angled sides appear as wings, the Ferro cement slabs stacked to create a broken patterned roof through which natural light filters in.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 6, 2021

The vent-free fireplace warms an area of up to 1,000 square feet and, in addition to the heat setting, has flame-only and air-circulation settings. DaVinci’s Select Shake composite roofing is designed to capture the look of real cedar shake and to make installation quicker. Wall and roof panels / LP Building Products.

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Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2020

Roof and Wall System / Huber Engineered Woods. The Zip System structural roof and wall system consists of sheathing and tape with an integrated air- and water-resistive barrier that eliminate the need for housewrap. Dryer Wall Vent / In-O-Vate. Home Weatherization / DuPont. The unit is also stud- and wall-mountable. .

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

An oversized range hood, interlocked makeup air, and negative-pressure power vented fireplaces, negate potential pollutant sources and are features rarely found in comparable homes. The building envelope includes a thermosyphon ventilated roof and whole house open cell expanding foam for insulation. . . .

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Natural Building

MAY 24, 2020

I got a sheet metal overhang on the first level and a sheet metal roof on the patio, and the walls are rendered with lime stone plaster. However we poured concrete for the roof/ceiling so I guess that was the mistake. I tried a ceiling vent and a wall vent… nothing but hot air blowing around.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 28, 2020

I would build the roof onto the slipform stone walls. There are several scenarios to consider: 1) Water getting into the base of the wall from flooding or roof splash combined with poor waterproofing detailing. 2) Water getting into the top of the wall from a leaky roof. 3) Water getting into the wall from leaky pipes.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Types of Roof Tiles | Tile Roof Replacement | Tile Installation Cost | Roofing Tile Price | Ceramic Tile Price Per Square Foot | Tile Installation Factors. Also, Read: Gable Roof | Hip Roof | Gabled Roof | Hip vs Gable Roof | 5 Types of Gable Roofs | Roof gable | Gable Roof Design.

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Safety Services Company

FEBRUARY 26, 2015

Snow removal may be necessary to prevent overloading and collapse or for construction or repair of decking or roofs. Workers often climb directly onto the roofs or structures and use shovels, snow rakes, or snow blowers to remove ice and snow. Workers can fall off roofs, through skylights, or from ladders and aerial lifts.

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Julian Construction

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

Julian Construction Seeks To Raise Adherence To Industry Standards For Roofing LOS ANGELES, CA: Julian Construction, ( [link] ), a construction and roofing contractor company working in the Southern California area, has brought to attention an important need for homeowners to get their roof flashing inspected.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Rainwater is collected from a roof -like surface and redirected to a tank, cistern, deep pit ( well , shaft, or borehole), aquifer, or a reservoir with percolation. In this rainwater is collected from the roof. Ways of Harvesting Water for Rainwater Harvesting Project: Collecting runoff water from roads , roofs.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 8, 2022

The IgniteXL Bold Electric Fireplace from Glen Dimplex Americas offers simple, vent-free electric operation to heat up to 1,000 square feet. The enclosure and vented doors are made of sturdy ABS plastic to prevent cracking, and the enclosure’s light weight allows better Wi-Fi signal and coverage, the company says. Building Envelope.

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