Steep Slope Roofing: Choices and Design

Steep Slope Roofing: Choices and Design

This course will discuss residential steep slope roofing. Topics covered will be history, terminology, advantages, and available choices. The course will also discuss design considerations both above and below the roof deck, optimizing service life, and construction details that are critical to the roof’s performance.

Learning Objectives: 
  1. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of various steep slope roofing products
  2. Understand the design considerations that will minimize performance problems and the design elements that relate to preventing condensation and mold/algae growth
  3. Understand the key aspects of application that lead to optimal performance
Provided By: 
Design Category: 
(07) Thermal and Moisture Protection
Applicable Credits