Laminated shingles that give you roof more dimension and high end look.
Overlapping shingles made of asphalt to waterbroof a roof
(or wood sheathing) layer of lumber – generally OSB or Plywood that your underlayment and finish attach to.
Metal flashing that is installed at the edges of the roof to help control the flow of water away from the fascia and to protect the underlying roofing components.
The edge of a roof that sticks out or hangs over the building’s side.
Exposed horizontal trim board that is 90 degrees to the soffit. It protects the roof cavity from moisture and supports the gutter system
Thin metal that is used to direct water away from critical areas of the roof like a wall or dormer. It may surround vents, chimneys, & skylights
A roof consisting of two sections whose upper horizontal edges meet to form a ridge
A ridge of ice that forms at the edge of a roof and prevents melting snow from draining off the roof – often causing leaks and water damage
A waterproofing underlayment installed on roofs to prevent damage caused by ice and wind-driven rain
Material that is used to cover the peak of a gable roof where two sloping sides meet.
Exposed siding that sits beneath your roof’s overhang. It protects the rafters.
A measurement of your roof that is 10ft x 10ft often used by contractors to determine how much material is needed.
A thin layer of protective foam installed between roof deck and shingles. These help protect roofs from mold and moisture
Where two roof facets meet at a slope to form an interior angle
A chemically coated siding that is painted for further protection on exterior of buildings
Siding/paneling style that uses narrow strips of a meterial placed over joints of wide boards for a geometric layered style
Metal strips or bars that connect walls both internally and externally during construction to ensure stability
Also known as brick siding, uses a single layer of bricks to cover a wooden or steel frame
Horizontal boards that overlap each other, shaped like wedges
Exterior siding made of scrap wood that’s compressed and bonded. These help protect from fungi and insects
Composite material made up of thin strips of wood that have been pressed and bonded using resin
A long lasting and low maintenance material used to cover the exterior of buildings, made of rigid and dense material
The section of siding where the nailing slots/holes are located. Sometimes called a nail hem.
Also known as fiber cement siding designed to mimic wood, in the form of planks or shingles
A weather resistant barrier placed underneath the siding preventing rain and other moisture from getting into the wall assembly
A bracket that’s used to secure siding to the side of a house – It is in the shape of a J
The area where on panel of siding overlaps another.
A cost-effective engineered wood siding made primarily from polyvinyl chloride
A hardboard siding made from a mixture of wood fibers, glue, & resins. These materials are compressed and heated to create a solid siding board
A cement-like exterior finish applied to the outermost layer of buildings
Wood planking where adjacent boards are joined by interlocking ridges down their sides.
A description for the amount of lap siding that is visible
A plastic exterior used for weatherproofing houses and apartment buildings
Wooden exterior used to protect from damage and prevent heat loss
A gas used between glass panes to insulate glass panels
A roofed structure that projects out from the sloped roof of a house or building – often above windows.
Made from fiber-reinforced plastic using glass fibers and resin that keeps buildings/homes energy efficient
The glass inside of a window, also referring to windowpanes
The lining that forms the sides of a door or window frame
A metal exterior layer that is wrapped around wood windows or doors’ frames
Windows with frames made of PVC that are resistant to water and humidity.
A wood lining or paneling that covers a wall. Often in symmetric geometric patterns
A window that opens on one or more hinges, attached to the window frame
Framework that can be opened or closed to allow ventilation and outside access. A window sash holds the glass panes in place
A small opening at the bottom of the exterior frame of a window to allow water to drain
Window frame material typically made of softwood or hardwood
