Spec PlanE: Roofing
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Spec Plan-E looks at roofing and roofing materials. Part of roofing includes rain removal systems. Make sure to order gutter protection guards. You will welcome it later on.
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First Topic: About Roofing
spec plan-E: roofing
Spec Plan E: Roofing
what you need to do —
Identify type of roof and rain removal systems:
— roofing material types
— flashing and vents
— roof decor
— gutter systems and spouts
Roofing materials come in asphalt and fiberglass shingles, cedar shakes, tile, slate and other more material options.
The type of roof will depend on your neighborhood, cost, and climate.
- For the Roof:
Let's review the material options you have: - Going Solar or Green:
You might consider adding solar panels to your roof or other alternative energy systems to become eco-friendly and energy independent:view ideas on solar power (new win): roof solar panel ideas view topics addressing solar power (new win): solar panel installation and maintenance - Decorating the Roof:
You might want to consider the following roof decorations that can make your roof stand out.
Some of these decorations will require structural changes; others are simple additions to the roof: - Protecting the Roof:
The roof can be a huge investment. So look into measures that can protect the roof and give it a long life:
Rain Removal Systems
This includes gutters, down spouts, and underground piping that channels the water away from the home and into respective drainage areas
Gutter systems are important elements of for home roofing.
The purpose of gutters is to channel rain water away from the foundation of the house to avoid foundation damage and sinking, basement or crawlspace flooding, and elements of developed mold and mildew under the house.
It's key that you design a rain removal system that drains water away from the home.
- The key components include:
| view this infographic on drainage design (new win): | |
| designing a better yard drainage system (infographic) | |
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Our gallery of information and resources cover everything you need to plan the specs for roofing operation. View the resource information below:
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Analyzing Roofing and Gutter Ideas addressing:
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Getting Started
Step 1: develop the plan
- take a completed draft of the spec sheet to your architect or survey, who will can customize a lot excavation plan or revise an existing plan that meets your specs.
- use your spec sheet to bid the lot excavation project to contractors
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Step 2: get required building permits
- It will either be up to you or the contractor to obtain each permit.
all about permits - Check with your local jurisdiction regarding site and change permits:
local government for permit information - It would be good idea to purchase as reference an illustrated building code book to make sure your project is up to code:
Step 3: find pre-screened contractors and other service providers
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