Archive for December, 2008
There are several things that must be considered in making the roof to avoid leaks during the rainy season. Here are tips-tricks:
1. Note the angle of the roof. This is important because with the proper slope will allow water to flow downward. Generally the slope of the roof 30 ° – 40 °, But for some cases, there is a roof with a slope of ramps.
2. Minimize the connection. Roof with minimal connection can be to reduce leakage. If there are meeting points between the roof materials, then make sure that the meeting point of the meeting and not having a gap. Cleft may cause leaks in the roof.
3. Choose a quality roof material. There are many roof-forming materials. PVC, clay, bitumen and metal is in between. Of all of the roof material which is not easy to select cracks resistance to heat or wind. One again, a good roof is easy to install, and did not leave a gap.
4. Minimize the use of gutters, Gutters also is an element of potential roof leaks. Either because the system is not good switching or because of material damage with age. The more minimal amount of gutter, the minimum is also the potential for leaks.
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