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New Home Construction - 4 of 8
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New Home Construction - 4 of 8

Roofing, Chimneys, Decks and Concrete Flat Work
Highest Rated
Created byBill Sharp
Last updated 3/2019
English
English [Auto],

What you'll learn

  • Taking this fourth of eight courses we'll give you a full understanding of what are the types of roofing, the proper installation of roofing, chimneys, decks and concrete flat work.

Course content

1 section • 6 lectures • 1h 27m total length

  • Roof Material16:50

    Compare roofing materials such as asphalt shingles, slate, concrete tile, Spanish tile, and metal, focusing on cost per square and long-term durability, with installation notes on underlayment and flashing.

  • Roofing installation22:15

    Learn proper roof installation techniques, including drip edge, 30-pound felt, starter strips, and accurate shingle exposure, plus correct flashing at valleys and chimneys.

  • Chimneys15:20

    Master the two-feet-above-apex rule for prefab and masonry chimneys, assess required fire stopping and caps, and ensure fresh air intake while avoiding exterior glass doors.

  • Decks16:51

    Inspect decks annually to spot missing or loose connections, corrosion, rotted wood, and large cracks, and ensure ledger screws, joist hangers, hurricane ties, and four-inch openings meet safety codes.

  • Concrete Flat Work15:04

    Design and pour concrete drives with a six-inch apron at the curb and a four-inch field, using expansion joints, steel reinforcement, and cure for one to two weeks before use.

  • Summary0:44

    Explore why the exterior of the house protects the interior in section 4 of 8. Stay tuned for five of eight installments in this series.

Requirements

  • You need only and inquisitive mind to learn what it takes to build a house.

Description

We're going to show you various types of roofing and how asphalt shingles should be installed, flashing details and what can go wrong. What it takes to have a safe fireplace. What's the proper chimney heights. Proper installation of exterior decks and and why it's so important. The proper installation of concrete flat work.


Who this course is for:

  • Do you really think that the individuals actually building a home know what they're doing. If you think they do then don't take this class.

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