On this elevation the roof pitch is 12 12.
How to read roof prints.
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Either way knowing how to read construction plans is a critical skill.
What this means is for every 12 of rise there is 12 of run.
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The roof below is drawn in 1 8 scale this means that if using a regular tape measure that 1 inch would equal 8 feet.
Learning how to read construction plans is an essential skill for building a career as a construction worker.
How to measure residential roof plans.
In this drawing a 1 8 scale ruler is being used.
In this mini series we re going to cover construction blueprints from start to finish.
Open the app and select measure your roof.
Here s a step by step guide to measuring with blueprints.
The roof pitch of a house tells the builder how steep the roof is.
The next thing to determine is the roof pitch see how to determine roof pitch the easiest and most accurate method to measuring a roof plan is to square everything off.
The first thing to check is what scale the roof is drawn in.
These pages will indicate the layout for joists rafters trusses bar joists or other roof framing members as well as decking and roofing details.
Read the roof framing plan.
Showing you guys everything you need to know along the way.