Roofing Lingo You Need to Know
Knowing commonly used roofing terms will help you speak the lingo when communicating your needs for your roofing project. Below is a roofing glossary to help you better understand the parts of your roof. Eaves The horizontal edges of the roof, where the roof meets the gutter. An eave’s membrane is a watertight, self-adhering layer that goes under the rows of shingles closest to the gutter to prevent water from reaching the roof deck and leaking inside the house. Rake of the roof Similar to eaves but is angled to follow the edge of a gable. The eaves run horizontally and the rake of the roof is the same board that runs on an angle. Soffits The underside of an overhanging eave. This is where you’ll find soffit vents that play a key role in allowing air to circulate into the roof system. Fascia The vertical board that is attached just under the roof line. Think of it as the “face” of the roof line. Decking The solid flat surface that covers the roof and...