Roofing Glossary

Some Lynchburg, Virginia roofers prefer that their customers know as little as possible about their roofs. At All Seasons Metal Roofing, we are very open about the products and processes we use to design and install the very best roof for your home. Here are some terms and phrases you may hear when we discuss your roof replacement or repair project.

Term	Definition
Deck	The surface installed over the supporting framing members to which a roofing material is applied
Dormer	A framed window unit projecting through the sloping plane of a roof
Downspout	A pipe for draining water from roof gutters; also called a leader
Drip edge	A non-corrosive, non-staining material used along the eaves and rakes to allow water run-off to drip clear of underlying construction