Roofing
What type of roof has two sloping sides that meet at a peak, forming a triangular shape?
What is a gable roof?
What material is most commonly used for residential gutters due to its durability and cost-effectiveness
What is aluminum?
What gas is commonly used between panes of energy-efficient vinyl windows to improve insulation?
What is argon gas?
Does J-Tech Construction bend their own vinyl siding accessory pieces such as Corners, J-Channel etc?
What is NO!
What is the primary source of energy for solar power systems?
What is the sun?
This type of roofing system uses overlapping metal sheets and is often seen in commercial buildings.
What is a standing seam metal roof?
Which type of gutter is formed directly on-site using a specialized machine, eliminating the need for seams?
What is a seamless gutter?
What is the term for a thin layer of material applied to vinyl windows to reflect heat and improve energy efficiency?
What is a Low-E (Low Emissivity) coating?
What is the term for the horizontal overlap of each row of siding that helps prevent water from seeping behind it?
What is a Lap Siding?
Where is the 2nd most common place to install solar panels other than the roof?
Where is the Ground?
What is the term for the triangular space created between two intersecting roof slopes, often prone to water buildup?
What is a valley?
What is an inside and outside corner of two connecting runs of gutter often referred to?
What is a Mitre?
What does the “U-Factor” measure in relation to vinyl windows?
What is the rate of heat transfer or efficiency through the window?
What is the name of the siding material that resembles natural stone and is often used to create an elegant, textured exterior appearance?
What is stone veneer siding?
Which U.S. state is known for having the highest solar energy potential due to its sunny climate and expansive land?
What is California?
What is the primary benefit of a ridge vent on a roof?
What is to allow heat and moisture to escape from the attic space?
What is the name of an accessory piece that prevents water from spilling over the top of the gutters during a hard rainfall?
What is a Splash Guard or Rain Diverter?
What is the term for windows that hinge at the bottom and open outward, often seen in basements or living rooms?
What is a Hopper Window?
What advanced siding system uses interlocking panels made of steel or aluminum, often used in commercial buildings for its durability and sleek appearance?
What is metal panel siding?
What kind of solar power system is used in areas without electricity access, typically using batteries for storage?
What is an off-grid system?
What is the minimum slope (in inches per foot) required for asphalt shingle roofs, according to most building codes?
What is 2:12?
When calculating gutter capacity, what two factors are most critical for determining the appropriate gutter size?
What are roof pitch and roof drainage area?
What industry rating system evaluates the energy efficiency of vinyl windows, including factors like U-Factor, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, and Visible Transmittance?
What is the ENERGY STAR rating system?
What are the 2 primary functions of house wrap or a vapor barrier in siding installation?
What is to prevent moisture infiltration and allowing the structure to breathe?
What device is used to convert the DC (direct current) electricity generated by solar panels into AC (alternating current) electricity?
What is an inverter?