Understanding your homeowners insurance in regards to your roof can be a mission in and of itself. Moreover, navigating through your policy and knowing if your roof is protected under…
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What’s the Best Type of Roof for Florida Homes?
Florida is well-known for its beautiful beaches and vacation hotspots. But it’s also popular for its hot atmosphere and powerful storms which usually peak during hurricane season in the later…
Roof Materials Supply Shortage 2021: What You Need to Know
You’d think everything would immediately return to business as usual as the economy recovers. But the world is slowly healing from pandemic-related issues and industries are still afflicted. The roofing…
Florida Contractors Manuel Question & Answer
Question: What is the base penalty for a contractor who fails to maintain OSHA logs. Answer: $1000 Question: How many days does an employer have to record a recordable incendent…
AIA Document A201, A401, A701 Study Guide for State Exam
Question: What does the A201 -2017 family of documents provide? Answer: Terms and conditions under which the contractor, owner, and architect will work together during the construction process. Question: What…
Tile fastners shall have a head diameter of no less than ___________ inches.
Tile fastners shall be corrosion resistant and not less than 11-gage, 5/16 -inch (8.0 mm) head, and of sufficient length to enetrate the deck a minimum of 3/4 -inch (19.1…
What is the minimum roof slope for a slate shingle roof?
Slate roof shingles must be installed on a roof with a minimum slope of 4:12.
Nails for asphalt shingles are required to be made of what material?
Roofing nails used for asphalt shingles are required to be galvanized, stainless steel, aliminum, or copper.
What is the minimum thickness required for aluminum flashing?
The minimum thickness for auminum flashing shall be at least .024 inches this. This requirement can be found on table 1503.2 in the Florida Building Code.
What is the minimum slope required for metal roof shingles?
The minimum slope required for metal roof shings is 4:12.