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Gable roofs peak at the
center ridge and extend downward on two opposite sides.
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Pyramidal roofs are hip
roofs that peak at one pint and create the allusion of a
pyramid.
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The flat roof is flat and
has no special characteristics.
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The mansard (French style
roof) has a flat area on the top and the shingles are
brought down the walls of the top floor.
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Hip roofs peak at the
center ridge but extend downward of four opposite sides.
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Saltbox roofs appear to
be a gable roof but one side of the roof slopes steeply
and is therefore not symmetrical. Used in
contemporary style homes.
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Gambrel roofs are
commonly observed in country homes and is also known as
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Shed roofs consist of a
single steep plane that allows for snow and rain to run
off easily. Used in contemporary style homes.
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