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Abstract
This study examines the cost effectiveness of converting a flat-roofed building to sloped-roof building as an alternative to repair or replacement of the existing roof. Projects were located, and designers, contractors and owners were interviewed. This report includes case studies portraying methods, systems, materials and costs for this type of reroofing. Converting flat-roofed buildings to sloped roofs proved to be a viable alternative to reroofing. This method was cost-effective when considering the life-cycle costs, particularly for smaller buildings. Sloped-roof conversions are being done in most areas of the country, regardless of geographic area or climatic region. Finally, this type of conversion often had the benefit of enhancing the appearance of the buildings and solving other problems associated with flat-roofed buildings.
This study examines the cost effectiveness of converting a flat-roofed building to sloped-roof building as an alternative to repair or replacement of the existing roof. Projects were located, and designers, contractors and owners were interviewed. This report includes case studies portraying methods, systems, materials and costs for this type of reroofing. Converting flat-roofed buildings to sloped roofs proved to be a viable alternative to reroofing. This method was cost-effective when considering the life-cycle costs, particularly for smaller buildings. Sloped-roof conversions are being done in most areas of the country, regardless of geographic area or climatic region. Finally, this type of conversion often had the benefit of enhancing the appearance of the buildings and solving other problems associated with flat-roofed buildings.
Date
12/1984
12/1984
Author(s)
Myer Rosenfield; Carter Doyle
Myer Rosenfield; Carter Doyle
Page(s)
101
101
Keyword(s)
roof conversion; sloped roofs; flat roofs
roof conversion; sloped roofs; flat roofs