Roofing Flashcards
0
Q
What is the recommended exposure dimension of shingles?
A
5 1/8”
1
Q
How many bundles of common shingles constitute one square?
A
3
2
Q
How do you secure shingles?
A
- four 1” galvanized nails placed 1/2” above cut outs
- nail heads should be 3/8”-1/2”
3
Q
How many square feet does a square of shingles cover?
A
100 square feet
4
Q
Define PVC flashing
A
Flashing underneath siding onto roof over porches
5
Q
Define Valley flashing
A
Covers the hip joint “ice/water”
6
Q
Define step flashing
A
Covers the joint where the roof meets the wall
7
Q
Define apron flashing
A
Located at the juncture of the top a sloped roof and a vertical wall
8
Q
Define flashing tape
A
Tape used over windows to prevent water entering
9
Q
What is meant by lacing shingles?
A
Overlapping/weaving the valley of the roof
