FL-RC Roofing Contractors (2021-01-01)

The most recent edition of the NRCA Roofing Manual furnishes you with extensive details regarding the design, materials, and installation methods relevant to metal panel and spray polyurethane foam roof systems employed in both low and steep-slope applications. With its two comprehensive sections, Metal Panel Roof Systems and SPF Roof Systems, this manual serves as a valuable supplement to your technical library.

The step-by-step, hands-on guide to any type of roofing on residential and commercial buildings. Covers everything from underlayment to shingles to roof coatings. Includes tips and tried-and-tested installation methods. Loaded with job-site photos, sketches and diagrams to make the procedures clear. The result: Your clients get an attractive, durable roof that provides top value, nearly eliminates callbacks and builds your reputation as a knowledgeable roofing pro.

The 2023 manual provides best industry practices and technical information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to membrane roof systems used in low-slope roof system applications.

Waterproofing technology and building construction continue to experience change. Stay abreast of these latest changes concerning the design and installation of quality waterproofing assemblies with The NRCA Waterproofing Manual. Released in 2005, this manual will provide you with the latest information on proper design; quality materials and workmanship; waterstops; warranties; material storage and handling; weather considerations; slope and drainage; flashings; and much more. This manual is intended to complement The NRCA Manual Series and should be used as a guideline to prepare proper specifications.

The Architectural Sheet Metal Manual is the most comprehensive set of resources recommended for practices available for proper design and installation of custom-fabricated architectural sheet metal including roof drainage system design for scuppers, gutters and downspouts.

The OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Construction Regulations book offers convenient access to vital safety guidance for both employers and employees, aiding in the prompt identification of potential hazards on any job site. Its user-friendly design features a two-color layout, simplifying navigation and comprehension of regulations. It encompasses all 1926 regulations, along with 1903 regulations on inspections, citations, and penalties, as well as 1904 regulations concerning record keeping and reporting of occupational injuries and illnesses. Additionally, select 1910 regulations relevant to construction industries are included. The book highlights regulation changes between releases and provides easy-to-access OSHA interpretations, aiding in clarity and reference. Essential documents such as OSHA Form 300 and the Cancer Policy are incorporated. In-Cite Referencing to applicable 1910 regulations is provided for further context. Lastly, the book outlines the Most Frequently Cited Standards preceding relevant Subparts, enhancing its utility as a comprehensive safety resource.

Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book is the single most important resource you can own. It gives you the tools you need to work up your own costs per job. With Walker’s, you get material quantities and labor productivity for your job based on your job conditions – that’s the kind of flexibility and reliability no computer program or unit price catalog can provide. For accurate building costs, turn to the source that construction professionals have relied on since 1915.

Our 31st Edition has been updated and revised, and with more than 1,467 pages, this is the most comprehensive, widely-used publication of its kind. The combination of quantities of labor and material with supportive reference data enables the estimator to accurately determine variable components of unit costs. This book consolidates reference material from the supply side of the industry and displays hundreds of pages of charts ,tables, drawings and unit cost tables in appropriate sections .This reduces the user’s need to search multiple sources thus saving substantial time and analysis in the estimating process. For contractors, appraisers, adjusters, architects, engineers, home craftsmen, colleges, universities and technical schools. Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book includes construction methods, material quantities, labor costs, labor productivity, reference tables, charts, and diagrams.

General Requirements
Construction Techniques & Methods
Material Quantities Required
Types of Material
Man hours/Productivity Rates
Application Rates
Metric Equivalents
Updated Wage Rates
Consolidates Multiple Sources
CSI Division Format

The latest volume of the NRCA Roofing Manual provides you with valuable information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to steep-slope roof system applications. With five comprehensive sections—Asphalt Shingle Roof Systems, Clay and Concrete Tile Roof Systems, Metal Shingle Roof Systems, Slate Roof Systems, and Wood Shake and Wood Shingle Roof Systems—this manual is a welcome addition to your technical library.

Each section includes in-depth information about roof assembly configurations, roof decks, underlayments, materials, design and installation. Construction details are provided in each section as follows:
Asphalt Shingle Roof Systems: 24 construction details
Clay and Concrete Tile Roof Systems: 92 construction details
Metal Shingle Roof Systems: 20 construction details
Slate Roof Systems: 22 construction details
Wood Shake and Wood Shingle Roof Systems: 76 construction details

All Federal Construction Regulations (29 CFR 1926) are included in this “perfect bound” book in an easy-to-read, two-color layout.

All 29 CFR 1926 regulations for construction industry are included along with the following items:

29 CFR 1903 regulations covering inspections, citations, and penalties
29 CFR 1904 regulations covering recording and reporting occupational injuries and illnesses
OSHA keyword dictionary
Easy to find OSHA interpretations