by Rhoden Roofing | Mar 23, 2026
Why Are Box Gutters Used Box gutters are typically installed along the exterior edge of the roof, between adjoining roof sections, or behind parapet wallsComponent - A parapet wall is the portion of an exterior wall that extends above the roofline at the perimeter of...
by Rhoden Roofing | Mar 20, 2026
Where Coping Caps Are Used Coping caps are typically installed on commercial low-slope roofs along the top of parapet walls at the roof edge, where the roof meets a vertical wall. At this point in the roof systemRoof Types - A roof system (roof assembly) is the entire...
by Rhoden Roofing | May 27, 2026
When Are Crickets Used in Roofing? Crickets may be used on both steep-slope and low-slope roofs to redirect water where the intended drainage path is obstructed. On steep-slope roofs, they are often found behind wide chimneys that would obstruct the flow of water; on...
by Rhoden Roofing | May 27, 2026
Why Do Roofs Have Drip Edge Drip edge is most commonly discussed on steep-slope roofs, although it is often found on low-slope roofs as well. It is installed at the eavesArchitectural Features - An eave is the lower roof edge that extends past the exterior wall,...
by Rhoden Roofing | Jun 17, 2026
How Does Ice and Water Shield Work? Ice and water shield is used at roof edges, valleys, chimneys, skylights and other places where water slows down, backs up or concentrates before draining off the roof. Unlike standard underlayment, ice and water shield sticks...
