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coverage
Construction; Roofing
Amount of weather protection provided by the roofing material. Depends on number of layers of material between the exposed surface of the roofing and the deck; i.e., single ...
cricket
Construction; Roofing
A peaked saddle construction at the back of a chimney to prevent accumulation of snow and ice and to deflect water around the chimney.
counter flashing
Construction; Roofing
The metal or siding material that is installed over roof-top base flashing systems.
condensation
Construction; Roofing
The change of water from vapor to liquid when warm, moisture-laden air comes in contact with a cold surface.
concealed nail method
Construction; Roofing
Application of roll roofing in which all nails are driven into the underlying course of roofing and covered by a cemented, overlapping course. Nails are not exposed to the ...
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