House Timber Frame Roof Video
Tim Carter demonstrates the key components of a timber frame roof. You'll discover all sorts of things about rafters, collar ties and purlins.
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Cold Roof System Video
Tim Carter demonstrates one type of cold roof system. They help prevent wood rot and can prevent ice dams and the leaks caused by ice dams.
What Is SIP?
Tim Carter describes the SIP roof system on a timber-framed home. The cross section of the SIP panel is unbelievable in this video. You'll see the long screws used to hold the structural insulated panel in place.
Cutting a Roof Rafter
A framing square will help you when cutting a roof rafter. The framing square has the math done for you. Just follow these tips when framing your roof.
Roof Dormer Tips
Roof dormers can add to the look of your house. But installing dormers might not be a DIY project. Roof dormer construction requires various skills - carpentry and roofing - are just two of them.
Metal Flashing Installation Tips
Metal flashings are an important part of roofing. The roof flashings keep rain from running down behind your siding and causing water damage to your home. These transitional materials must be installed properly to protect your home.
Ice Dam Video
Tim Carter shows how ice dams form and explains how to stop the damage they cause. He also shows a second roof on the same house with no ice dam and explains the mystery of no ice and ice dam solutions.
Chimney Repair
Can a chimney repair be done during cold temperatures? Masonry chimney repair is dicey during cold weather. Cold weather will affect the curing of the mortar. If it must be done, store bags of mortar mix or Portland cement inside for a day to get them to room temperature.
Gutter Guard Systems and Icicles
After gutter guard installation, it is common for icicles to form on your gutters. There are some steps you can take to prevent ice dams. Ice dam removal will help stop roof leaks.
Ice And Water Shield
An ice and water shield is a great roofing product to create leak-free roofs. This ice & water shield is applied as an underlayment prior to putting the shingles on the roof. This ice shield seals nail holes better then regular tar paper roofing materials.