A gable roofis a type of roof design wheretwo sides slope downwardtoward the walls and the other two sides include walls that extend from the bottom of the eaves to the peak of the ridge.
Gable slate roof.
Like rain snow sleet wind and hail.
This versatility makes gable roofs even more cost effective.
The purpose of your home s roof is to protect the entire structure and you from weather.
Basic gable roofs can use all types of roofing materials including but not limited to asphalt shingles cedar shingles or shakes slate and clay or concrete tiles especially if you are building a standard or basic gable roof.
Gable or rake edging is also suggested and should be installed with the flange over top of the underlayment.
Also known as pitched or peaked roof gable roofs are some of the most popular roofs in the us.
After installation the nail heads will rub against the overlying slates and eventually wear holes in them.
Gable roofs will easily shed water and snow provide more space for the attic or vaulted ceilings and allow more ventilation.
Standard thickness roofing slates 3 16 inch to 1 4 inch that have drilled holes without counter sinking are sub standard slates.
They are easily recognized by their triangular shape.