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When it comes to choosing a roof design for your home, one of the most common roof types available is the hip roof. This roof type consists of four sides that meet to form a ridge. In this design, all the sides of the roof slope downward toward the walls on all sides of the house.
In a hip roof, the slope tends to be gentle. This encourages the movement of water away from the home. This design is one of the most symmetrical roof types that you can choose.
There are several advantages that come with choosing this roof style. These include:
- They are a stable option, especially compared to a gable roof. This helps to make the exterior of the house more solid, and helps protect it against wind and water.
- This type of roof is very effective at moving water away from the home. The water moves towards a gutter, which collects it for drainage. This makes these roofs a great option for areas that see heavy snowfall and see a lot of snow collect on the roof of your home.
- Hip roofs are a great choice if you are looking to add extra living space to your home. You can add a dormer or a crow’s nest to your home design, with the structure being placed on top.
- A hip roof is a good option if you live in an area that is very windy or is prone to a lot of hurricanes. This is because the design can make use of the wind pressure in order to ensure that the roof stays in place.
Conclusion:
Hip roofs are not always the right choice for a home. If you live in a windy area, it can be more stable. However, this advantage only applies if the pitch angle is right. Furthermore, these types of roofs are more expensive to build due to the fact that the design is more complicated.
If you’re wondering whether a hip roof is the right choice for your needs, contact us at (940) 497-2833. We’d love to answer any questions that you might have!
