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What roofing materials to choose for the roof of your house?

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Roofing materials and roofing structure A roof is a functional and aesthetic element of a home that can easily compare to a human head. That is why a lot depends on how correctly, competently and beautifully the roof is made, including the microclimate inside the premises and the durability of the structure itself. At the same time, the roof is not a simple structure. Much in this case depends on the type of materials used, although, in principle, multi-element is present in any case. So, the stability of any roof depends on the rafter system. For this, wood is most often used since it is lightweight, easy to assemble, and allows for fitting. In addition, the tree will enable you to make adjustments on the spot and correct errors and flaws. Reinforced concrete rafters are used much less often. The rafters are delivered ready-made to the site, and as a result, it takes a little effort and skill to assemble the roof frame quickly. What can be used both in heat and cold insulation? Insul

Snow Protectors - Safety and Design Elements in USA

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One of the roof safety elements is snow-retaining structures, becoming more and more in demand among domestic developers every year. Since in our country, and especially in some of its regions, winters are quite severe, it is advisable to install snow retainers on all types of roofs, especially in pitched structures. This will help to avoid avalanche-like snowmelt, especially in the spring and during thaws. Experts say that in especially snowy winters on the roof slope, which has an area of ​​40-50 square meters. Meters, there can be 4-8 tons of snow overnight. It is easy to calculate that in this case, one sq. m of the roof is forced to withstand the pressure of 100-200 kg of snow cover. In addition to the fact that such a huge mass can damage the roofing, it is dangerous in that it can come down in large boulders, sweeping and damaging everything in its path, including gutters, nearby buildings, green spaces and cars. Where should snow guards be placed on a metal roof? Perhaps the m

How to remove snow from the roof in New York City?

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Cleaning roofing from snow in the Moscow region In winter conditions, cleaning the roof from snow is necessary for any building. After blizzards and heavy snowfalls, numerous snow drifts form on the roof surface. And they can damage the surface of the roof, cause it to collapse. Masses of snow sliding from sloping roofs, icicles forming on the eaves can cause damage to vehicles and even death. After heavy rainfall, it is recommended to clean the roof for several hours. You can do it yourself or use the services of companies that clean shelters from snow and ice. This can be one-time cleanings, after especially strong and prolonged rainfall, or constant maintenance. After the contract, will carry out snow cleaning regularly, the company will be responsible for the roof's condition, for its integrity. There is no liability for damage; the customer carries out cleaning on his own and can also ruin the carpet. Rigid roof in winter. Most of the pitched roofs, which have a hard surface,

How does snow affect roof structure in USA?

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In modern houses, the roof is one of the more complex elements that will not forgive mistakes during its execution. Will ruthlessly punish them, losing their aesthetic qualities or increasing the cost of utilities. A good roof means saving energy. In the event of a change in the shape and, accordingly, the quality of the coating, its cost may even exceed 30 per cent of the total cost of investments. Therefore, it is very important to design the rafter structures correctly. The construction forums are buzzing with posts, the main topic of which is the cost of building a roof and tips on what to do to make it cheaper. It would be best not to obey them unquestioningly because the roof structure is complex and important. The presence of snow has a huge impact on the roof structure. Frame construction The choice of the frame design depends on many factors - the width and length of the building, the angle of inclination and the number of roof slopes, the magnitude of the load, the height of

How to check and protect the roof before winter?

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Diagnostics of the roof of a summer house or private house in the Moscow region The heat is over, and the fall months are the perfect time to get your home ready for winter. This is a convenient time to complete the necessary work in the garden and vegetable garden and minor repairs around the house. Remember to thoroughly check the roof and clean the chimneys before the coming winter season. Inspection of the roof before winter If we do not want to be surprised by roofing problems during the winter, be sure to inspect the chimneys, roof slopes, and gutters. Examine the stove and chimney Before the colder months come, do not forget about a very important thing, like checking the condition of the stove and chimney. This is the best time to take care of maintenance before the start of the heating season. The chimney sweep should check the vents at least once a year. Before lighting the fireplace or connecting the stove after summer, you should call a specialist who will check if the he

Unscheduled roof repairs. What is the reason?

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Why is there an unscheduled roof repair in Moscow, and what contributes to this? Life in a private household is accompanied by a series of renovations - planned and unplanned—a troublesome business in both cases. But the planned renovation is easier because the owners save up money for it and put expenses in the family budget. Unplanned repairs, particularly the roof of a house, are associated with unexpected extra costs, so it cannot be a pleasant event. The shelter takes the blows of the elements: wind, rain, snow. Over time, it decays and requires major repairs. But there are several reasons for the unplanned intervention: Disaster. Here a person is powerless - the hurricane blows everything away; Errors in design. They are allowed even at the design stage of the roof structure; Unscrupulous installation work. It is difficult to prove that the roof was made with violations of technology and building codes. However, wet stains on the ceiling and walls speak for themselves. What poorl

Ondulin: an excellent solution for the roof of a country house or summer cottage

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Ondulin is a popular corrugated sheet for roofing, similar to slate and measuring 200x95x0.3 cm. It is made from compressed cellulose fibre impregnated with bitumen and coated with resin with minerals on top. The material is lightweight. With its help, new roofs are removed, and reconstruction of the old coating is carried out. Installation of the roof with ondulin , having studied the technology of work, can be done independently without the involvement of specialists. Pros and cons of ondulin . Ondulin - price, quality, ease of installation in the Moscow region and the Moscow region Of the advantages of ondulin , they note: lightweight; easy installation that does not require special tools; calmly tolerates temperature drops and precipitation; if the installation is done correctly, then the ondulin roof can serve for at least 50 years. Among the shortcomings are noted: due to the high flammability, special attention is required when arranging the chimney; on roofs with a slight s