Gable Roof
A gable roof is the most common roof shape in residential construction, consisting of two sloping planes that meet at a central ridge, forming a triangular wall section (gable) at each end.
Gable roofs are predominant in DFW residential neighborhoods. While simple and cost-effective, gable roofs are more susceptible to wind damage than hip roofs because the flat gable end acts as a sail in high winds. During DFW storm season, gable-end shingles and barge rafters are frequently the first to fail. Insurance companies may offer premium discounts for hip roofs or reinforced gable ends. JRH Construction installs wind-resistant starter strips and metal gable bracing on all gable roof replacements.
Related Roofing Terms
Barge Rafter
A barge rafter (also called a fly rafter or verge rafter) is the outermost rafter on a gable roof that extends beyond the exterior wall to form the roof overhang at the gable end.
Rake Edge
The rake is the inclined edge of a sloped roof that runs from the eave to the ridge along the gable end of the building.