CEA_Residential Roof Types and Materials

Slate

A natural stone roofing tile that is well known for its longevity, fire resistance, and its environmentally friendly characteristics.

Shed

A pitched roof that slopes in one direction only from the ridge.

Flat / Low Slope

A roof which is almost level that is typically made of weatherproof or water impermeable membranes.

Hip roof

A roof with the ends inclined, as well as the sides. A roof that is sloped on all four sides.

Gambrel

A roof with two sides, each of which has a shallower slope above a steeper one.

Gable

A roof with two sloping sides; a triangular portion of a wall between the edges of intersecting roof pitches.

Dormer

A window that projects vertically from a sloping roof; typically found in sleeping quarters.

Trusses

Particularly strong roofing system composed of chords, diagonals, and gusset plates; pre-assembled at a mill.

Wood Shakes or Shingles

Roof coverings that create an attractive and durable covering. Available individually or in panels.

Asphalt Shingles

Roof shingles made of asphalt saturated felt and covered with mineral granules.

Clay Tile

Roofing materials made out of terra cotta or slate that are designed to keep rain out. These are typically more expensive than other roofing materials.

Rafters

Several internal beams extending from the eaves to the peak of a roof and constituting its framework.