Understanding various Roofing Styles and Slopes 2

Understanding various Roofing Styles and Slopes 2

Posted By: Fundi Mjanja on 3rd of October 2013

Pyramidal Roof As the name suggests, this is a type of roof that is shaped like a pyramid. The pyramid roof  is a common variation of the hip roof, which is known for its gable-less walls which all come up to meet the roof at the same height. The pyramid hip roof features four triangular sections which meet at a high point in the center of the roof, at its peak; the pyramid roof looks very much like a small pyramid was placed on top of the four walls of the house. Just like the other types of roofs, the pyramid hip roof has its advantages and disadvantages. The main advantage of a pyramid roof is that there are no gables which can offer significant wind resistance in areas that are prone to extreme wind conditions. While this makes a pyramid roof sturdier, there is less space underneath the roof and accessing the inside of the roof to perform maintenance is somewhat a struggle. Another positive feature of houses that have a pyramid roof is that they generally also have eaves around the four sides of the house and this helps in providing shade to the walls and can help keep the home cooler during hot weather. Shed Roof The shed roof is one of the easiest types of roof to construct, and for this reason is generally found on smaller structures that are either homemade or not meant for housing purposes; hence the name ‘shed’ roof. Generally, if one was to find a shed roof on a house, it would be as part of an addition. The shed roof is very easy to spot as it has a single roof face and a single slope. It is commonly used over a porch or veranda that has been added on to the house. The construction a shed roof is much easier as compared to the other roof types and can be done by someone with basic construction or carpentry skills.  The shed roof is relatively impervious to leaks, which makes it an excellent choice for structures shed and car parks. Flat Roof The flat roof is the most popular type of roofing and is used on many different home designs as it is one of the most economical types of roof to construct. A flat roof contains no slopes, and may or may not have eaves. It is generally made from materials such metal sheets among others. Some of the benefits of a flat roof are that it's easier to construct and generally more accessible. The main downside to this type of roof is that it requires more maintenance than other roofs because most of the time debris will collect and settle on the roof.  Also a flat roof is very susceptible to damage from water that collects in the form of pools or puddles should it should sag anywhere. If this water collects and retains on the roof for sometimes it weakens the roofing material used and this may lead to leaking. In Conclusion If you are in need of a new roof, and are unsure about what types and styles will work for your home or building, consult with a professional in the field. You can get good and qualified professional for your work by visiting the following link from the Fundi Mjanja website and contact them directly. http://fundimjanja.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=5&Itemid=122 Where you live can make a big difference, as well as the type of building you are wishing to re-roof. There are many options available to you and good professionals to assist you in making this decision.