National Slate Association Yankee Gutter

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National slate association yankee gutter.

Its upper edge is nailed at 3 o c while its lower end hooks over the lock of the gutter. Regular inspection of the metal liner is one of the best ways to prolong the life of the gutters as the metal helps to protect the wood box from mildew and moisture. The gutter is supported by brackets spaced 30 o c. While relatively efficient these gutters often require frequent repairs.

With nowhere for the metal to move it will move and split the seams. Yankee gutters installed over 20 ft. Iron in early american roofs the smithsonian journal of history 3 no. The mission of the national slate association is to establish a material and installation standard for and promotion of natural roofing slate in north america.

While yankee gutters provide a distinct level of character and class they do require regular maintenance and attention to make sure that they keep functioning as intended. Fania roofing is a member of the national roofing contractor association a charter member of the national slate association and a charter member of the slate roofing contractors association. Yankee gutters are common on older slate roofs. Unlike regular gutters yankee gutters are incorporated into the cornice structure of a building.

New slate roofing slate roof repair new tile roofing tile roof repair copper roofing copper gutters ornamental copper work roof consulting and evaluations historical masonry restoration. The association which started in 1922 and was reformed in 2002 spans quarriers contractors architects consultants and distributors with a connection to natural slate. It has since opened offices in cincinnati 1996 cleveland 1999 new orleans. Reprint of 1926 edition now available from the vermont structural slate co inc fairhaven vt 05743.

The separate apron flashing extends at least 4 onto the roof. An excellent reference for the many designs and details of slate roofs peterson charles e. Edited by peter c. Contractor profile spencer powers.

The upper edge of the gutter is folded over 3 4 to engage the apron flashing. Should have some kind of expansion joint. Established in 1986 the durable slate company was founded in 1986 in columbus ohio. Po box 501 9058 oakland rd.