Roof Anatomy
What is Ridge?
Roofing Glossary · Roof Anatomy
Definition
The horizontal peak at the very top of a roof where two sloping surfaces meet. The ridge is the highest structural point on a pitched roof and is typically covered with ridge cap shingles or a ridge vent to allow hot air to escape from the attic.
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→Ridge CapSpecially shaped shingles or metal pieces installed over the ridge of a roof to protect the peak and...
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