Roofing Types Quiz

Which type of roof is characterized by a steep pitch on two sides and no pitch on the gable ends?

Which roof type is often used in warm climates and provides protection around the entire perimeter of a building?

What feature distinguishes a Saltbox Roof from other roof types?

Which roof type is often used on homes with two levels, where additional light is necessary?

What characteristic sets a Gullwing Roof apart from other roof types?

Roofing Types

Roofs are the external upper coverings of homes/buildings, showcasing building size, shape, and material usage.

Basic Roof Types

Hip Roof

Used for desired eave-line protection around the perimeter.
Popular in warm climates.
Commonly used on Regency and French Provincial houses.

Gable Roof

Has a pitch on two sides, but no pitch on the gable ends.
Widely used in Filipino "bahay kubo" and raw houses in subdivisions.
Pitch angle varies, from high on chalet/A-frame buildings to low on ranch homes.

Shed Roof

Higher at one end, lower at the other.
Useful where two levels exist and extra light is needed.

Saltbox Roof

Has two asymmetrical sides.
Smaller side has a low slope, larger side has a lower slope (near flat).

Gambrel Roof

Asymmetrical, two-sided roof with two slopes on each side (one steeper, one shallower).

Gullwing Roof

Two pitches on either side of the ridge, with the first pitch being shallower than the second.

Half-Hip Roof

A gable with the top point replaced by a small hip, connecting with the gable top.
Lower edge may have gutters leading back to the rest of the roof on one or both sides.

Test your knowledge on various roofing types with this quiz. Explore the characteristics and applications of hip, gable, shed, saltbox, gambrel, and gullwing roofs. Perfect for anyone interested in architecture and home design.