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Roofing / Roof Flashing - Publications
By Tim Carter
©1993-2010 Tim Carter
Summary: Roofing requires roof flashing at junctions of objects projecting through the roof. Flashing is a transition area and extremely important to leak prevention. These publications are highly recommended for further reading to understand the great importance of the art of proper roof flashing installation.
Excellent Illustrated Publications
Quick Guide: Roofing. Dave Schiff, Creative Homeowner, 2nd ed., 1995.
Roofing: Step-by-Step Projects Creative Homeowner Press, 2004. "Everything homeowner's need to install a roof properly. Provides detailed instructions for jobs such as flashing and fixing leaks..."
Roofing Materials & Installation William P. Spence, Sterling Publishing Co., 2004. "Learn how to make repairs, prepare the roof for the construction process, and choose the best materials for your home."
Roofing: The Best of Fine Homebuilding. Taunton Press, 1996.
All About Roofing and Siding Basics. Ortho Books, 2001.
The Roofing Handbook. Robert Scharff, McGraw-Hill, 2nd ed., 2000. "The most complete A-to-Z handbook on the basics of residential roofing, with over 250 illustrations."
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