Roofing Materials
This material is commonly found on historic New England homes, prized for its elegant appearance, and requires specialized tools to cut properly. What is it?
Slate Tiles
When installing shingles, this staggered pattern is essential to prevent water leaks. What is the recommended minimum overlap?
6 inches for standard asphalt shingles
Before working on a roof over 6 feet high, you need to secure yourself. What is the most common piece of safety equipment used?
A fall protection harness
What U.S. state has the highest number of homes with tile roofs?
Florida
In August of 2023, JP Carroll Roofing partnered with BLANK to change the trajectory of growth for the business, and strengthen the brand for many years to come
Vertex
This roofing material is lightweight, recyclable, and popular for its ability to reflect sunlight and reduce energy costs. What is it?
Metal Roofing
In colder climates, this special underlayment is applied to prevent ice dams. What is it, and where is it installed?
Ice and water shield, installed along eaves, valleys, and ridges.
True or False: It’s safe to roof in light rain if you’re wearing proper footwear and a harness.
False; wet surfaces increase the risk of slipping.
This type of roof is famous for its steep slopes and ability to shed heavy snow.
Gable Roof
In what town was JPC started? Hint: This town continues to be JPC’s most concentrated towns where we do the most amount of volume.
West Hartford
Homeowners in shaded areas often notice this green or black growth on their roofs. What is it, and why does it happen?
Algae or moss, caused by trapped moisture and lack of sunlight
The ridge is the highest point on the roof where two slopes meet. How is proper ventilation achieved here?
By installing a ridge vent capped with shingles.
You see a coworker using a ladder that isn’t tall enough to extend past the roof’s edge. How much higher should the ladder extend for safe use?
At least 3 feet above the roof’s edge.
What is the primary reason why roofs are darker in colder climates?
To absorb heat and reduce heating costs
In what year did Jim and Anne Carroll start JP Carroll Roofing?
1987
This material, often used for flashings, is shiny when new and develops a green patina over time. What is it?
Copper
This type of flashing sits beneath shingles at the roof edge and prevents water from dripping onto the fascia. What is it?
Drip edge
Name two critical safety measures to check before climbing onto a roof.
The ladder is properly secured, and all fall protection gear is inspected.
In the roofing industry, this warranty named after a valuable metal is a game-changer for homeowners. What is it?
GAF Golden Pledge Warranty
What initiative did Jim Carroll spearhead to give back to the environment and helped us receive a designation from GAF as a certified Green Roofer.
Photo of GAF Green Roofer Badge
Underlayment is the unsung hero of roofing. What is the most common type of underlayment used under asphalt shingles?
Synthetic underlayment or asphalt-saturated felt
What is the name of the technique used to install shingles in a roof valley, and what is one benefit of this method?
Open valley technique; benefit: allows water to flow freely without obstruction.
OSHA requires workers to tie off when working above this height on residential roofs. What is it?
6 feet
What year did asphalt shingles first become widely used in roofing? (Hint: It’s before World War II.)
1903
What is the name of the tool that Jim Carroll invented and patented as a tool that roofers used to tear off any type of roofing system.
Shingle Thunder!