The value of the roof over your home cannot be overstated. Sure, we all know its primary purpose is to protect us from stormy weather and prevent animals who may otherwise drop things on our heads.
Bonus points for keeping strong winds outside, where they belong, and stopping the sun from baking us under intense heat. Oh, and those critters agile enough to climb walls, yes they too can take a well-constructed roof as a fair warning that they are not welcomed to stay, rent free. 😉
“At least we have a roof over our head.” – said no one, ever, who cared about the quality and character of their house.
For us civilized creatures, the home roof is both a basic necessity, and, when done right, a thing of beauty. It has lasting value and adds character to what is otherwise a box, we call home.
This guide to roof styles is for anyone looking for inspiration or information to update and/or replace their existing roof. Or perhaps you are considering an addition to your house, an added structure to your property or even a new home altogether. Whatever the case may be, let us guide you through the many details that make for a roofing project.
We have a huge variety of styles for you to browse through and lots of ground to cover before we get there. We’ll talk about shapes, concepts, pros and cons of various materials and their costs, planning considerations and what makes for character (hint: combinations and willingness to be bold with designs). Whatever your roofing needs may be, we’ve done our best to leave no stone unturned. So, let’s get on with it!
First Things First
As exhaustive as our guide may be, it must be emphasized that a quality roofing installer is your best friend in translating design ideas into a finished product that is up to snuff.
An architect or interior designer can assist with plans, and a carpenter type may suffice on smaller projects.
But a roofer is the indispensable craftsman who likely has the experience, knows the trade according to regional traditions and has the process down to a practical science.
Our goal is to help you, help them in being a viable partner in that process. 😉
So, the purpose of a roof, everyone knows. It’s the basics of shelter. But functions of a roof are a good place to start on a path toward understanding the science. Don’t worry, we’ll do our best not to put you to sleep here. 🙂
First there is Drainage.