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steep slope application
Construction; Roofing
Method of installing asphalt shingles on roof slopes greater than 21 inches per foot.
specialty eaves flashing membrane
Construction; Roofing
A self-adhering, waterproofing shingle underlayment designed to protect against water infiltration due to ice dams or wind driven rain.
square-tab shingles
Construction; Roofing
Shingles on which tabs are all the same size and exposure.
starter strip
Construction; Roofing
The first course of roofing installed. Usually trimmed from main roof material.
flashing cement
Construction; Roofing
Sealant designed for use around flashing areas, typically thicker than plastic cement.
free-tab shingles
Construction; Roofing
Shingles that do not contain factory-applied strips or spots of self-sealing adhesive.
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