Roofing Construction & Estimating Revised

The Roofing Construction & Estimating Revised is a step-by-step, hands-on guide to any type of roofing on residential and commercial buildings. Covers everything from underlayment to shingles to roof coatings. Includes tips and tried-and-tested installation methods. Loaded with job-site photos, sketches and diagrams to make the procedures clear. The result: Your clients get an attractive, durable roof that provides top value, nearly eliminates callbacks and builds your reputation as a knowledgeable roofing pro. Explains how to estimate and install: Roof sheathing, Underlayment, Asphalt shingles, Wood shingles & shakes, Mineral-surfaced roll roofing, Tile & slate roofing, Metal roofing & siding, Built-up & elastomeric roofing, Insulation, vapor retarders & waterproofing, Liquid-applied roof coatings & Roofing repair & maintenance In this competitive market, your estimates have to be spot-on. There’s no point to being the best roofer in town if you lose money on most jobs. To keep your labor and material costs on target, you need estimates based on accurate take-offs, fact-based waste factors and realistic labor and material cost estimates. This manual has the take-off procedures, estimating tables, calculations and easy-to-apply formulas needed to keep your roofing company profitable. Includes sample estimates for each type of roofing. Learn, practice and then test yourself. The roofing know-how and estimating skills offered here can help you build a rewarding career as a professional roofer. This manual is an invaluable resource for roofing professionals seeking to enhance their skills in estimating and installing various roofing systems, ensuring quality and compliance in their projects.

Key Aspects:

• Comprehensive Roofing Systems Coverage: The manual provides step-by-step guidance on estimating and installing a wide range of roofing systems, including:
  
• Roof sheathing
  
• Underlayment
  
• Asphalt shingles
  
• Wood shingles and shakes
  
• Mineral-surfaced roll roofing
  
• Tile and slate roofing
  
• Metal roofing and siding
  
• Built-up and elastomeric roofing
  
• Insulation, vapor retarders, and waterproofing
  
• Liquid-applied roof coatings
  
• Roofing repair and maintenance
• Practical Estimating Techniques: The book emphasizes accurate take-offs, fact-based waste factors, and realistic labor and material cost estimates, essential for maintaining profitability in roofing projects.
  
• Illustrative Visuals: Includes numerous job-site photos, sketches, and diagrams to clarify complex procedures and enhance understanding.
  
• Sample Estimates: Provides sample estimates for each type of roofing system, allowing readers to practice and apply their knowledge effectively.
  
• Code Compliance and Safety Protocols: The manual covers building codes and safety requirements specific to roofing installation and repair, ensuring that projects meet legal standards.
  

Highlights:

• Estimating Made Accurate and Profitable
• Hands-On Guidance with Visual Clarity
• Extensive Roofing System Coverage

About Dan Atcheson

Dan Atcheson (1945–2020) was a seasoned construction professional and educator renowned for his contributions to the field of construction estimating. He began his career in construction as a teenager, working alongside his father, a Texas architect. Atcheson gained hands-on experience in various trades, including framing, plumbing, electrical work, and roofing. His practical knowledge laid the foundation for his later work as an educator and author. After years of field experience, Atcheson joined the engineering faculty at Texas Tech University, where he taught construction estimating. He later traveled across the United States conducting seminars for construction estimators, sharing his expertise with professionals in the industry. Atcheson authored seven estimating manuals and numerous articles published in construction trade magazines. His works have been adopted for use in state-sanctioned construction trade and licensing programs, reflecting his significant impact on the profession.

Other Works:

• Builder’s Guide to Accounting Revised Edition Paperback
• Finish Carpenter’s Manual – 1993