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Example Roof Truss373 viewsA roof truss from a different project. We will be using a modification of this with a 'm' truss design. The shot is notable, because normally a 'truss' system is not used here. With foundation columns and internal walls, the roof structure is normally dependent on being able to be supported within the house boundaries, ie not a truss.
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'M' Truss Section334 viewsThe truss sections are in a 'M' formation, which will give adequate support for the roof tiles across a 7 meter span.
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Hip Roof Structure showing Truss307 viewsAnother 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.dozer
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Visual Roof Inspection291 viewsAs 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. dozer
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Heavy Metal Box Construction285 viewsThe metal used in the critical elements of the roof structure is 4" x 2" box section which is 3.2 mm thick of the heaviest grade of metal (heavy duty).
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Roof Tiles274 viewsLaying roof tiles in place up to the roof valley.dozer
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Exterior of Roof Structure269 views1 inch square metal is used as a surface on which to lay the tiles.
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Protective Plastic Bird Guard265 viewsThere 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. dozer
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Facia Board259 viewsThis 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.dozer
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Facia Board249 viewsThe synthetic concrete composite facia board, brand Sherara, was used. It is durable, easy to install, and not overly expensive.dozer
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Roof Valley248 viewsA 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. dozer
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Applying Roof Tiles242 viewsRoof tiles being set in place.dozer
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