Roofing and Cladding Systems Handbook: A Guide for Facility Managers [Textbook Binding]

Reid (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2000 | ISBN-10: 0824709063 | ISBN-13: 978-0824709068 | Edition: 1

Here is the first detailed manual designed specifically to guide the facility manager in making the best decisions regarding roofing systems replacements, repairs and upgrades. The full scope of current roofing applications and building envelope technologies are covered in detail, including both conventional and non-conventional roofing structures. You’ll learn about the latest developments in roofing materials and cladding systems, as well as how factors such as weather conditions and thermal expansion and contraction impact roofing design and material selection. Other topics include insulation and waterproofing membrane requirements, energy system calculations, fasteners and flashings, local codes and standards, life cycles of roofing systems, environmental considerations, roofing project management, and warranty and maintenance of roofing systems, and roofing safety and liability. This book will provide a welcome resource for the facility manager seeking to modify, add to or improve his/her facility's roofing systems.

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The facility manager's complete guide to roofing materials, design, repair, replacement and project management.

Here is the first detailed manual designed specifically to guide the facility manager in making the best decisions regarding roofing systems replacements, repairs and upgrades. The full scope of current roofing applications and building envelope technologies are covered in detail, including both conventional and non-conventional roofing structures. You'll learn about the latest developments in roofing materials and cladding systems, as well as how factors such as weather conditions and thermal expansion and contraction impact roofing design and material selection. Other topics include insulation and waterproofing membrane requirements, energy system calculations, fasteners and flashings, local codes and standards, life cycles of roofing systems, environmental considerations, roofing project management, and warranty and maintenance of roofing systems, and roofing safety and liability. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Consultant, Kennewick, WA, USA Kennewick, WA, USA

Product Details

• Textbook Binding: 268 pages
• Publisher: Fairmont Press; 1 edition (January 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0824709063
• ISBN-13: 978-0824709068
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,362,761 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Vendor-Neutral Recommendations, January 21, 2001

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John K. Newland "JohnOnSales" (Salt Lake City, UT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Roofing and Cladding Systems: A Guide for Facility Managers (Hardcover)

As a professional in the building materials industry, this book is a welcome surprise. Generally, books of this nature that are designed to assist in the conception, design, purchase, installation and upkeep of any portion of a building usually degenerate into a barely-tolerable advertisement for one manufacturer or another. Mr. Reid's book, on the other hand, does an excellent job of discussing what you need to know to make a sound decision, what you should be trying to accomplish, and the options that you have in trying to accomplish your task. I would highly recommend this book to anyone in the construction or building management industries.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars This Roofing Book gave me all the info I needed., January 7, 2001

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Harriston Banks (Washington State) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Roofing and Cladding Systems Handbook: A Guide for Facility Managers (2nd Edition) (Hardcover)

I was able to find out everything I needed to know for my roofing project. Reid's book was complete and organized in a way that made it easy for me to find and diagnose my situation. The book also gave me information on financing and estimates to reduce my energy costs so I was able to profit from fewer roof repairs. I am better able to sell my roofing projects because I can reduce facility costs for heating, which Reid's book shows how to do. There was lots of info on materials and step by step sample thermal and expansion calculations. Compared to other roofing books, this one was pretty good.