Journal of Light Construction: Tile Roofing

Replacing a Rooftop Deck

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 10:03:40 EST

Pedestal supports and preassembled wood tiles simplify installation and maintenance.

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 01:16:04 EST

Energy-efficient light fixture; stone and stucco rain screen; square shower drain; adhesive filler; plastic furring strips; more

Breakline - New Tests Coming for Roof Coverings?

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 04:17:11 EST

New Tests Coming for Roof Coverings

2006 JLC Index

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:56:53 EST

Our annual listing of features and departments.

Tile Roofs for Hurricane Zones

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 04:04:27 EST

One of the most common problems found in the aftermath of hurricanes Frances, Charley, and Ivan was failure of the roofing system. The tile industry responded to the problem with new design criteria and installation details, which have since been added to the Florida Building Code. Charles Wardell sums up the guidelines for best practice, including new hip and ridge requirements, and sheds light on what installers may need to know with the even tougher codes to come.

In the News

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:50:26 EST

Communities grapple with day-labor issues; Katrina wind-damage reports; roofing-tile installation manual; circ-saw recall; more

Products

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:46:47 EST

Replacement windows & doors; interior millwork; slate & tile roofing

Foundation Drainage

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:22:42 EST

Preventing frost action * Perimeter drain design * Details for removing roof runoff * Placing drain tile

Roofing With Concrete Tile

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 12:15:32 EST

An experienced roofing contractor describes the details that make for a long-lasting, leak-free concrete tile roof.

Plywood vs. OSB

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:36:50 EST

Are these two products really equivalent, as manufacturers and grading agencies claim? A wood technologist puts to rest questions about OSB’s suitability as an economical substitute for plywood.

Roof Tile Fasteners for High-Wind Regions

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 05:35:56 EST

When it comes to securing roof tiles, minimum code recommendations may not be good enough. A seasoned roofing contractor discusses the right and wrong ways to install roof tiles in high-wind and seismically active areas.

Roofing with Concrete Tile

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 06:05:40 EST

As with all roofing, the quality of the installation determines the longevity of a concrete roof. A pro describes the critical details.

Restoration Primer: A Few of My Favorite Things

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 06:02:54 EST

Inspecting Sloped Roofs

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 06:01:49 EST

A leading home inspector tells you how to identify and diagnose problems on asphalt, slate, wood, and tile roofs.