Roof And Roof Construction

Question 1

The intersection of two pitched roof surfaces is known as

Answer 1

valley

Question 2

The angle or slope of a roof is called this?

Answer 2

A pitch

Question 3

Cross timbers that support the roof at the midway point

Answer 3

Purlins

Question 4

The triangular portion of the end wall of the building with pitched roof is known as this

Answer 4

Gable

Question 5

Horizontal board that closes the roof space and is under the vertical board ?

Answer 5

Soffit

Question 6

Where the roof meets the external wall is called ?

Answer 6

Eaves

Question 7

Flat roof covering is called

Answer 7

Felt

Question 8

Timber that is cut in-situ and forms the load bearing supports of a roof

Answer 8

Rafters

Question 9

Fixing used on tiles ?

Answer 9

Nails

Question 10

Timber that is fixedt to the top of the brick work that the timber supporting the roof weight is fixed to ?

Answer 10

Wall Plate

Question 11

Metal placed around chimneys that provides a water resistant barrier

Answer 11

Flashing

Question 12

Roof tiles are often made from this materials

Answer 12

Concrete

Question 13

Timber built into brick work that supports flat roof

Answer 13

Joist

Question 14

Timber that supports the weight of the roof

Answer 14

Trusses

Question 15

Natural materials which is used as roof tile

Answer 15

Slate

Question 16

Timber Which is the fixing point for tiles

Answer 16

Battens

Question 17

Wood that is cut to a triangular shape to give a flat roof a slope

Answer 17

Firring

Question 18

Vertical board that often carrys the guttering

Answer 18

Fascia

Question 19

Timber board which runs the length of the roof and is placed at the apex

Answer 19

Ridge

Question 20

The part of a roof where two external sloping surfaces meet is called this

Answer 20

Hip