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Roofing Construction & Estimating
by Daniel Atcheson
There isn't much that can be added to improve this hefty, 400+ page volume on residential and commercial roofing. Traditional asphalt, cedar shingles and shakes, clay tile, slate... even the most modern elastomeric commercial roofing are all covered in a readable, concise fashion. Along with good advise on roof unerlayment preparation and tricks to keep those tough areas leak free for many years.
Even if you have never been on a roof before, you will find this book a valuable guide to installing your own roof. Even if you don't intend to EVER go on a roof, the educational material concerning estimating will help you to be an educated consumer!