Roof Styles and Designs

When it comes to our building styles, a distinctive look will make a dream building come true.  The basic gable style is the most commonly used for garages and shops.  The Gambrel style is a very attractive roof design and it optimizes usable second story space.  A monitor style building is ideal for upper storage or living quarters.

• Gable

  A standard gable is a straight slope falling from the ridge to the eave creating a triangle.  The peak is usually centered.  Our standard degree of slope or steepness is a 4:12 pitch.  A steeper pitch is an option for those who want additional storage space or to increase the likely hood snow will shed.  Some people simply prefer the appearance a steeper pitch gives. 
  
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• Monitor

  A monitor building has a center gable section raised above two sheds.  The vertical wall area separating the shed and gable roof can be used to provide natural light.  A loft floor can be incorporated under the raised gable to provide floor space for storage or a specific purpose room.  The sheds on each side can serve many functions, for example: stalls, tack rooms, wash bays, and...
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• Gambrel

  A Gambrel or “barn” style roof is simply a gable roof with a change in slope partway up the roof.  This unique look gives the Gambrel building a country or farm appearance.  The truss design can create a broad upper story to maximize the usable floor space in the attic.  A loft floor can be incorporated for the use of a storage or bonus room. 
  
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• Custom

  
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