ᐅ Roof

Learn what to consider when planning and constructing your roof to ensure your home is well-protected, energy-efficient, and durable!

Vapor retarder in the attic: Should it be installed all the way up to the roof ridge?

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iverson•8 Mar 2020 20:40

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Georgie • 9 Mar 2020 19:12

Attic space in a gable roof with a 22-degree pitch

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Listhom•13 Aug 2019 18:05

Answers: 31

11ant • 9 Mar 2020 00:07

Roof tiles should not extend over the gutter.

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Tassimat•6 Mar 2020 08:37

Answers: 19

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tumaa • 7 Mar 2020 00:33

Questions about flat roof insulation (035 vs. 029 // U-value 0.15 vs. 0.17)

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M. Gerd•27 Feb 2020 19:36

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M. Gerd • 27 Feb 2020 19:36

Vapor barrier on the roof: vapor-permeable? Yes or no?

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M. Gerd•23 Feb 2020 14:53

Answers: 16

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M. Gerd • 27 Feb 2020 18:29

Flat roof warranty expired – what to do or do nothing?

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HilfeHilfe•17 Nov 2019 16:08

Answers: 29

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HilfeHilfe • 27 Feb 2020 06:29

Insulation Between Rafters – How to Install a Vapor Retarder When Using Spruce Boards?

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HausBern•3 Feb 2020 07:38

Answers: 1

Vicky Pedia • 20 Feb 2020 22:32

Improper Installation of Roof Tiles – Your Assessment

Wissi•11 Feb 2020 07:16

Answers: 21

Vicky Pedia • 19 Feb 2020 10:53

Sealed the gutter with silicone and rivets

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M. Gerd•16 Feb 2020 18:32

Answers: 11

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Nordlys • 18 Feb 2020 11:59

Removing a chimney / sealing a roof opening – costs and effort?

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PaulSch•2 Feb 2020 14:27

Answers: 2

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PaulSch • 18 Feb 2020 00:21

Complete and insulate the roof dormer, ensuring airtightness

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razz1987•26 Jan 2020 12:39

Answers: 2

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razz1987 • 3 Feb 2020 15:48

Experience with Patio Roofs – Louvered Roof Systems

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floggingch•31 Jan 2020 19:51

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floggingch • 31 Jan 2020 19:51

Roof tiles scratched?

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Andre77•11 Dec 2019 16:11

Answers: 14

seat88 • 28 Jan 2020 09:53

Roof insulation for KfW 55 standard: what is the most cost-effective option?

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Peter Hausbau•26 Jan 2020 01:12

Answers: 3

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boxandroof • 26 Jan 2020 11:27

Setback from property boundary for front door canopy

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Guido1980•25 Jan 2020 17:53

Answers: 6

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Guido1980 • 25 Jan 2020 19:07

Distance between roof tiles and gutter

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Tassimat•20 Jan 2020 14:00

Answers: 4

Vicky Pedia • 24 Jan 2020 23:23

§34 Roof Design – Experiment or Modify

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Paludior•20 Oct 2019 20:34

Answers: 4

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ttiggerin • 20 Jan 2020 22:07

Nail plate trusses or conventional roof framing

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hegi___•12 Jan 2020 17:30

Answers: 2

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hegi___ • 12 Jan 2020 20:19

Which roof tile do you recommend? Experiences with Novo Matt or Star Matt finishes?

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Nordlys•12 Mar 2017 21:32

Answers: 13

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hampshire • 7 Jan 2020 18:49

Low ridge height results in a short knee wall.

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ruedigold•22 Dec 2019 10:34

Answers: 55

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Tassimat • 27 Dec 2019 21:31

Construction of a low-slope single-pitched roof

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benediktr•22 Dec 2019 18:35

Answers: 7

wrobel • 25 Dec 2019 10:47

Insulation between rafters in an unoccupied attic space

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Roppo•23 Dec 2019 23:40

Answers: 4

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Roppo • 24 Dec 2019 15:49

What is the typical pitch angle for a pyramid roof? Do you know of any websites with information?

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Pinkiponk•17 Dec 2019 12:02

Answers: 5

debaser • 17 Dec 2019 16:02

Insulation installed between the attic rafters, but the roof itself is not insulated.

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bloodyscorpion•15 Dec 2019 14:03

Answers: 4

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bloodyscorpion • 16 Dec 2019 18:55

Suitable Roof Tiles for DB 703 – Any Recommendations?

Judyyy•6 Mar 2018 19:21

Answers: 7

11ant • 16 Dec 2019 15:42

Which Roof Tiles to Choose – Experiences?

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Malz1902•20 Jun 2017 11:43

Answers: 3

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ludwig88sta • 16 Dec 2019 12:59

Insulation between rafters in a cold roof with knee wall

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raceboy65•1 Dec 2019 21:43

Answers: 5

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raceboy65 • 13 Dec 2019 19:42

Bank guarantee from the roofer due to defects in the roof

Golfi90•6 Dec 2019 08:55

Answers: 16

Dr Hix • 7 Dec 2019 13:20

Concrete Tiles vs. Clay Roof Tiles

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Turbomicha•27 Jun 2016 22:09

Answers: 26

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Nordlys • 28 Nov 2019 09:43

Construction of a Dutch gable and roof?

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QBenny84•23 Nov 2019 11:58

Answers: 3

11ant • 23 Nov 2019 14:34

Issues with Dormer Width in Semi-Detached Houses

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Sedax182•1 Nov 2019 10:02

Answers: 18

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Escroda • 9 Nov 2019 10:29

Windows in the attic – is it due to better insulation in new constructions?

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Tx-25•5 Nov 2019 17:02

Answers: 3

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Nordlys • 5 Nov 2019 20:39

Create an insulated utility room for the gas boiler in the attic.

Golfi90•28 Sep 2019 05:57

Answers: 57

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Nordlys • 5 Nov 2019 20:34

Is Additional Insulation of the Attic Useful in New Construction?

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hausbauer•3 Nov 2019 14:25

Answers: 19

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Joedreck • 4 Nov 2019 14:14

Modern townhouse alternative to traditional timber frame roof construction

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mondbau•3 Nov 2019 13:23

Answers: 7

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Nordlys • 4 Nov 2019 12:11

Roof Insulation – What Options and Types Are Practical?

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Bauwiesel•8 Oct 2019 19:13

Answers: 18

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Nordlys • 31 Oct 2019 09:06

Roof insulation made of 100mm thick rigid polyurethane (PU) foam

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Ankeffm•21 Oct 2019 09:19

Answers: 46

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Joedreck • 26 Oct 2019 20:29

Retrofitting Roof Insulation with a Crawl Space

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Moshist•18 Oct 2019 11:30

Answers: 7

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Moshist • 24 Oct 2019 11:05

Color of gutter and eaves cladding

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Anne1983•21 Oct 2019 08:57

Answers: 1

tomtom79 • 21 Oct 2019 09:12

Concrete canopy attached to an existing building

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abc12345•27 Sep 2019 18:57

Answers: 10

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abc12345 • 12 Oct 2019 10:50

Single-story house with a hip roof – is converting the attic worthwhile?

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jawknee•22 Apr 2017 00:05

Answers: 21

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Nordlys • 11 Oct 2019 14:09

Valley rafters leaking / fully insulate

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Beelzebub•4 Oct 2019 18:28

Answers: 0

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Beelzebub • 4 Oct 2019 18:28

Insulation of trapezoidal metal sheet flat roof with friction-fit mineral wool and OSB boards

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Pola_Roid•3 Oct 2019 22:12

Answers: 2

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Pola_Roid • 3 Oct 2019 22:54

What type of insulation is commonly used in converted attic spaces?

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Silent Blood•3 Oct 2019 19:53

Answers: 1

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Silent Blood • 3 Oct 2019 21:02

New Construction Flat Roof Waterproofing: Structure and Exposed Seams in EPDM Membrane

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Der_Anbauer•23 Sep 2019 20:48

Answers: 5

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apokolok • 27 Sep 2019 11:30

Creating Roof Overhangs Using Plastic Panels

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julianpe•17 Sep 2019 21:59

Answers: 8

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julianpe • 27 Sep 2019 07:11

Insulating a cold roof: best practices for the knee wall area

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Ade123•21 Sep 2019 09:45

Answers: 4

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Ade123 • 22 Sep 2019 15:55

Should the gap between the roof soffit and the masonry be sealed or left open?

Patkia•23 Aug 2019 08:03

Answers: 11

Patkia • 3 Sep 2019 11:54

Is a bungalow with a 40-degree roof pitch still attractive?

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j1985•29 Aug 2019 12:33

Answers: 15

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j1985 • 31 Aug 2019 23:15

Opaque roof canopy with opening function for terrace / patio

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bububu11•18 Jun 2019 23:04

Answers: 28

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ypg • 27 Aug 2019 14:26

Experience with louvered roofs (e.g., from Klaiber)?

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bububu11•27 Jun 2019 17:09

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thorstenadmin • 25 Aug 2019 21:08

Roof Insulation (Rafter Insulation): Is It Still Salvageable?

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k.loe123•11 Aug 2019 20:37

Answers: 6

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Mottenhausen • 13 Aug 2019 00:18

Tongue-and-groove boards or OSB panels for the attic (potential future conversion)

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julianpe•1 Aug 2019 15:25

Answers: 10

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julianpe • 11 Aug 2019 15:12

Looking for a canopy or porch cover for the front entrance door

Golfi90•6 Aug 2019 10:26

Answers: 4

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Müllerin • 6 Aug 2019 23:54

Should the roof insulation from 1986 be replaced?

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atomic2000•1 Jul 2019 13:42

Answers: 29

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nix zu schwör • 5 Aug 2019 11:51

House with Roof Terrace in Passau

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matte•16 Nov 2015 20:37

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matte • 25 Jul 2019 13:39

Cost Comparison of Flat Roofs: Timber Roof vs. Concrete Slab

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Bauherr am L•24 Jul 2019 19:42

Answers: 4

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nix zu schwör • 25 Jul 2019 10:00

Chimney removed – replace missing roof tiles

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Arianer•23 Jul 2019 15:08

Answers: 6

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Arianer • 23 Jul 2019 19:47

Defects in Wienerberger Koramic Plano 11 Flat Roof Tiles

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lunatikk•19 Jul 2019 13:28

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lunatikk • 19 Jul 2019 13:28

Insulation of a pitched roof when an additional insulation layer above the rafters already exists

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AndreMi•10 Jul 2019 20:49

Answers: 2

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AndreMi • 14 Jul 2019 08:20

Manufacturers of patio roofs / verandas

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bububu11•21 Jun 2019 13:54

Answers: 4

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Traum2019 • 13 Jul 2019 21:13

Replacement for Kodersdorf roof tiles (roof shingles from former East Germany era)

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Frank Key•1 Jul 2019 17:19

Answers: 6

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Frank Key • 9 Jul 2019 17:23

Is it possible to construct a roof without using a membrane?

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Werner K•27 Jun 2019 20:15

Answers: 5

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Werner K • 3 Jul 2019 19:17

Distance Between Dormer and Exterior Wall or Roof

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rixe1990•1 Jun 2019 13:52

Answers: 16

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rixe1990 • 2 Jul 2019 15:30

South Terrace: Glass Roof with an Overhead or Underneath Retractable Awning?

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bububu11•27 Jun 2019 08:40

Answers: 15

Musketier • 2 Jul 2019 15:23

Is a roof structure practical only with an underlayment membrane?

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RocketRider•27 Jun 2019 14:50

Answers: 1

seat88 • 27 Jun 2019 15:28

Roof tile chipping always occurs in the same spot

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danixf•22 Jun 2019 14:34

Answers: 4

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kkk272729 • 24 Jun 2019 13:40

Roof Load – Solar Panel System – Is an Increase Necessary?

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Andre77•22 Jun 2019 00:23

Answers: 3

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hampshire • 22 Jun 2019 11:03

Birds on the ridge of the roof – how to deter them?

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speer•16 Jun 2019 13:58

Answers: 4

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pffreestyler • 20 Jun 2019 09:04

Attic/Upper Floor with Interior Rooms

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tge1234•12 Jun 2019 22:05

Answers: 0

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tge1234 • 12 Jun 2019 22:05

Is a flat roof without any slope okay? Won’t water just pool on it?

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Doublebubble•23 Sep 2018 21:21

Answers: 9

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hampshire • 12 Jun 2019 19:29

Patio Roof / Canopy Experiences and Opinions

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Bauherr am L•3 Jun 2019 18:31

Answers: 0

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Bauherr am L • 3 Jun 2019 18:31

Roof Frame – Rafter Strength

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der_andy•27 May 2019 09:48

Answers: 1

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Lumpi_LE • 27 May 2019 09:56

Does a patio roof significantly reduce the amount of natural light in the living room?

Golfi90•19 May 2019 05:21

Answers: 14

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hampshire • 19 May 2019 18:17

Attic Conversion: Definition of Full Story and Dormer Width Relative to Neighbor

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Tassimat•9 May 2019 23:13

Answers: 9

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Tassimat • 12 May 2019 20:58

Do I need a building permit / planning permission for a roof renovation?

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Mirco S.•5 May 2019 14:32

Answers: 7

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Mirco S. • 5 May 2019 23:01

How to attach a canopy to a brick wall?

Golfi90•5 May 2019 09:18

Answers: 10

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Müllerin • 5 May 2019 19:59

Roof rafters are crooked, nails are coming loose?!

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rockadmin•1 May 2019 14:50

Answers: 4

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rockadmin • 2 May 2019 21:17

Dormer / Gable – Definition

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Guido1980•1 May 2019 10:44

Answers: 8

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Escroda • 2 May 2019 18:51

Small cracks in the roof beams. Is this serious?

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Jensemanni•23 Apr 2019 19:38

Answers: 7

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guckuck2 • 29 Apr 2019 16:54

New Construction with a Simple Gable Roof – Which Material to Choose?

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Marian77•26 Apr 2019 12:47

Answers: 0

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Marian77 • 26 Apr 2019 12:47

"standard roof" for a conservatory / sunroom

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markusmaybaum•12 Apr 2019 22:09

Answers: 1

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ypg • 12 Apr 2019 23:49

Is Renovating an Old Roof Worthwhile?

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Shadowblues•3 Apr 2019 11:19

Answers: 7

11ant • 3 Apr 2019 17:22

Roof tiles: Edge chipping

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bw_martin•21 Mar 2019 15:45

Answers: 2

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hampshire • 23 Mar 2019 07:02

Development plan in North Rhine-Westphalia – Is an attic conversion possible?

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Matze999•5 Feb 2019 14:31

Answers: 7

11ant • 16 Mar 2019 19:34

Roof Insulation with Vapor Barrier – Counter Battens and Insulation Installation

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Stefan89Le•3 Mar 2019 12:17

Answers: 6

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Caspar2020 • 7 Mar 2019 18:42

Approval for Patio Roof with Glass / Double-Wall Polycarbonate Panels

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ibo85•14 Feb 2019 13:33

Answers: 14

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Müllerin • 14 Feb 2019 23:23

Patio roof overheating or heat buildup

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thesit27•30 Jan 2019 07:22

Answers: 2

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ypg • 11 Feb 2019 21:06

Grade beam and wooden beam ceiling in a hip roof – optimal solution?

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ufr123•2 Feb 2019 20:31

Answers: 6

RFR • 4 Feb 2019 12:59

Eave Height and Roof Design in New Construction Planning

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Guido1980•29 Jan 2019 08:38

Answers: 31

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ypg • 3 Feb 2019 23:07

Semi-detached house with a continuous shed roof

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dobbelhaus•24 Jan 2019 19:42

Answers: 12

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dobbelhaus • 2 Feb 2019 12:35

New single-family house construction, between-rafter insulation, with or without ventilated cold roof

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brauk346•17 Jan 2019 16:17

Answers: 10

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Tego12 • 26 Jan 2019 14:42

visible roof structure room height the umpteenth time

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user1980•20 Jan 2019 22:00

Answers: 8

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Crossy • 22 Jan 2019 09:12

Insulation boards used as cavity insulation between rafters in a cold flat roof system

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Ronny.S•8 Jan 2019 14:53

Answers: 6

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Ronny.S • 16 Jan 2019 21:53

Insect infestation in the roof structure / attic framing

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4k2ml32343m3•16 Jan 2019 12:49

Answers: 0

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4k2ml32343m3 • 16 Jan 2019 12:49

Dividing a Converted Attic – Moisture Control

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Member87•18 Jan 2018 10:15

Answers: 4

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Member87 • 16 Jan 2019 12:32

Possible defects or poor workmanship in the roof insulation

Winniefred•6 Jan 2019 18:16

Answers: 15

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fach1werk • 11 Jan 2019 19:53

Insulating a cold roof or not? If yes, what thickness?

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astron•29 Dec 2018 20:42

Answers: 4

Dr Hix • 30 Dec 2018 07:57

Choosing the Roof Color – Gray or Black?

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DNL•19 Apr 2017 08:53

Answers: 24

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hemali2003 • 22 Dec 2018 19:15

What are the disadvantages of the roof structure?

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Christian K.•15 Dec 2018 10:14

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Christian K. • 15 Dec 2018 10:14