Roofing Questions

There is no single answer, because the answer depends on the paper your job is written on. On a job paid

If a tree has fallen on your house, get everyone out of the damaged area, stay off the roof and call

Roof pitch, also called roof slope, is how steep a roof is. It is written as the number of inches the

Roof underlayment is a water-resistant layer installed directly over the wood deck and under the shingles. It is the backup line

Ordinance or law coverage is a provision some property policies include that relates to the extra cost of meeting current building

Roof flashing is thin material, usually metal, that seals the joints and gaps where the roof surface is interrupted or meets

Ice and water shield is a self-adhering waterproof membrane that goes on the roof deck in places where water is most

Drip edge is a thin strip of metal, bent at an angle, that runs along the outer edges of a roof.

A shingle wind warranty is a manufacturer's written statement about how well its shingles should hold up in wind, usually tied

An actual cash value (ACV) policy pays for a damaged roof based on what the roof was worth at the time