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How do you ventilate a roof in a hot, humid coastal climate?

...roof homes in hot and humid coastal climate? For ventilating a roof in a hot climate you should have well-ventilated soffits to remove moisture and prevent over...

Posted by Ashok Abhyankar Nov. 29, 2021 Roof assemblies - renovation 1 response

Do you have any framing schematics for an extensive green roof?

...roof right now and I'd love some guidance on the parapet details as well as perimeter drains/gutter details.  A green roof is much heavier than roofs with stand...

Posted by Eric Anderson May 28, 2021 Roof coverings 1 response

Should I use Tesla Solar Tiles instead of mounted solar panels?

...roof. What say you? Best regards, Philip Benson The S1600 Ecohome prefab kit house comes with a metal roof, as for changing that to a Tesla Solar Roof we couldn...

Posted by Philip Benson March 10, 2021 Solar photovoltaic 1 response

How you vent a metal roof?

...roof (4/12 pitch), in sequence from start to finish: strip entire roof down to deck;  cover 2x6' pine roof deck with either an air barrier or vapor barrier....

Posted by Kim jarrett July 12, 2019 Roof coverings 3 responses

What is the best exterior Wall and Roof Rigid Insulation for a barn renovation?

...roofing paper / water screen wrapped about 1/2 over the top of the facia board.  Metal roof attached to strapping. Walls much the same but w/ one layer of 4" ri...

Posted by Ron Busch June 27, 2020 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

is a double vapor barrier on a South Florida roof bad?

...roof and open cell foam sprayed on underside of roof deck. I am considering a peal and stick membrane under roof panels but have been advised I would be creatin...

Posted by Arthur Moore April 6, 2020 Roof assemblies - renovation

What considerations should be made when installing a green roof on a metal building?

...roof on a 'metal' building, you are referring to the current roof covering, correct?  We do have a DIY green roof installation video, the first steps of this p...

Posted by Nina Flores Feb. 16, 2020 Roof coverings 3 responses

How to reduce the rain noise from a metal roof?

...roof to get the best quality? Thanks Is this a new or home or existing and you’re just replacing the roof covering?  If you insulate properly against heat loss,...

Posted by Igal H Nov. 24, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

What are the options for adding Exterior Roof Insulation?

...roof. Our home does not have an attic. So wondering what systems have been successful - SIPs? Thanks. Choosing the best way to insulate a roof depends on how it...

Posted by Marlo Raynolds Aug. 29, 2020 Roof assemblies - renovation 4 responses

Doing an addition, what type of roof is the best to use?

...roof material to use? Here is our page on choosing the best roofing materials, have a look there, you may find all the answers you need. You can also read our p...

Posted by Babak K July 17, 2020 Roof coverings 1 response

What is the best material to use for wall and roof insulation?

...roof insulation? Least toxic, and highest R factor? Wool, Fiberglass etc. Do you have a brand in mind that you'd recommend? If you’re looking to learn what is t...

Posted by Babak K July 12, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

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