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Primer Coat of Red OxideEither two coat of primer should be applied or alternatively one coat of primer and another coat of a finish paint. This project we used red oxide primer. dozerSep 27, 2011
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dozerSep 27, 2011
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Roof TilesLaying roof tiles in place up to the roof valley.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Roof ValleyA scored 1 meter wide strip of rust resistant galvanized is used in the roof valley. A leak proof valley requires a wide piece of metal to ensure that water doesn't splash in during heavy storms. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Fascia BoardThe fascia board being applied. It fits nicely in a groove under this CPAC monier roof tiles. The bird guard is applied while this fascia board is being applied. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Vent TilesThis type of special tile is to vent the plumbing appliances up through the roof. All of the vents for this project ascend through the interior walls and will be vented jointly out of this one roof tile.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Applying Roof TilesRoof tiles being set in place.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Visual Roof InspectionAs long as there is none of the foil insulation which adheres to, and is installed at the same time the cement tiles are installed, the roof can be inspected visually during rain storms for leaks. If the foil has been applied any roof leaks will be much harder to find and repair. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Protective Plastic Bird GuardThere will be two sheets of the facia board upon which the lip of the tile rests. A protective screen which is designed to sit right under the tile, is placed between the two pieces of facia to eliminate any problems with entry from birds or other pests. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Facia BoardThis show the first sheet of facia after installation. There will be two sheets, an 8" (pictured) and 6" which will be set over the initial sheet overlapping on the top.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Hip Roof Structure showing TrussAnother shot of the hip roof structure from outside. There are 1 x 1" pieces of metal at 31 cm. apart on the top to carry the tiles. The M truss is visible on the inside. The truss will not be supported within the structure.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Facia BoardThe synthetic concrete composite facia board, brand Sherara, was used. It is durable, easy to install, and not overly expensive.dozerSep 27, 2011
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