Roofing Design and Practice
Intended for professionals and students in architecture, construction, and engineering,Roofing Design and Practicetakes the reader through all of the processes involved in roof design. The author team of a practicing roof consultant and a university professor offers a great combination of knowledge and experience to produce this comprehensive guide to design practice, suitability of various systems to specific projects, and codes and specifications. Roofing design is one of the most neglected fields in construction, yet roofing problems represent  well over half of all litigation and owner complaints. This text is a valuable resource to help avoid these potential problems.Key FeaturesUp-to-date references include the new 2000 International Building Code requirements and current industry standards.Comprehensive coverage of both steep and low-sloped roofing designs.Detailed and well-illustrated chapters on drainage design, wind design, insulation requirements, vapor control, and flashing.Over 500 illustrations to assist the designer and aid readers in understanding.Coverage of legal issues, including warranties.Coverage of all types of roofing: asphalt, clay concrete, slate, metal, and more.