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​The Architect vs. Building Science: Who Wins? 🏠⛈️

  • Writer: Cid Herlein
    Cid Herlein
  • Mar 27
  • 1 min read

We’re at a new construction today looking at a "designer" roof that’s a textbook case of questionable engineering.

Here’s the breakdown:


​📍 The Convergence: Two roof planes meeting with nowhere for water to discharge. This isn’t a valley; it’s a bathtub.

📍 Lack of Ventilation: Without proper airflow, this roof is going to cook from the inside out, leading to premature shingle failure and potential moisture issues.

📍 Wrong Material: Shingles on a flat slope? That’s a leak waiting to happen. Low-slope areas require specific membranes, not standard shingles.


​Don’t let a "pretty" design turn into a $20k repair five years down the road. Always get an independent inspection—even on a brand-new build!




 
 
 

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