Adjuster’s Guide to Residential Roof Types

Roofs are more than just an aesthetic choice, especially when they wind up in claims. Learn about commonly claimed roof styles in the Adjuster’s Guide to Residential Roof Types, and how each could be impacted by weather, cost, repairability, and other factors. You’ll get a breakdown of the advantages and vulnerabilities of several popular roofs, including:
- Gable
- Hip
- Hip and valley
- Hip roof with deck
- Gambrel
- Mansard
- Shed
- Flat
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