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Title: The Slate Roof Bible: Understanding, Installing and Restoring the World's Finest Roof (The Slate Roof Bible, 2nd Edition) by Joseph Jenkins ISBN: 0-9644258-1-5 Publisher: Jenkins Publishing (PA) Pub. Date: 01 October, 2003 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $40.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.83 (18 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: Joe Jenkins takes the mystery out of slate
Comment: During the 1990's, I purchased an old house in Pittsburgh Pa. It has the original slate roof from the 1920's. I was new to slate roof ownership but knew that they were of higher quality and much more durable than the common asphalt roofs preferred by most roofing contractors. For the most part, my roof was in good condition and had been maintained over the years. It was now up to me to maintain this beautiful old roof. But slate roof maintenance isn't a do-it-yourself type job. I talked to a couple of contractors and they all had different opinions on what I should do with this old roof. At that point, I decided that I needed to do some research on slate roofs. I went online and read all about slate. It was here that I stumbled on Joe's book. I ordered a copy and read it cover to cover in a couple of days. After reading the book, I had a couple of questions. I emailed them to Joe and he provided a quick reply. The book is now a valuable title in my home reference library. After reading the book, I was much better prepared to evaluate the recommendations of my local roofing contractors and have found a roofer who has the skills to maintain this exceptional old roof. You really need to be able to "talk slate" with a contractor if you want the maintenance done right. Were it not for Joe's book, I would have probably torn the slate off and installed a 10 yr asphalt roof. I am also in the process of building a new house. I hope to put a slate roof on the new house using the guidelines from the "Slate Roof Bible".
Rating: 5
Summary: Absolutely indispensible!
Comment: This book is truly the Bible for anyone living under a slate roof. Joe Jenkins covers all aspects of maintenance and repair in a manner that even the most novice slater... with the correct tools and a little skill... can correctly (and safely) repair his or her own roof. The reading is kept interesting by his use of anecdotes from his own experience. An excellent reference, right down to what size nails to use. The historical knowledge presented in the book increases one's admiration of the slate roof, while the technical information is a "must" for anyone attempting their own repairs, or wanting to converse intelligently with their roofer.
Rating: 5
Summary: Great Book on Slate Roofing
Comment: This book is packed full of technical and historical information, all presented in an engaging way. I was surprised at how captivated I was throughout the entire book and by how much I learned! The photos are beautiful. The author's passion for preserving the art of slate roofing really comes through. Truly a delightful and enjoyable book.
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Title: Roofing: The Best of Fine Homebuilding by Taunton Press ISBN: 1561581410 Publisher: Taunton Press Pub. Date: 01 September, 1996 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: Working Windows: A Guide to the Repair and Restoration of Wood Windows by Terence Meany ISBN: 155821707X Publisher: The Lyons Press Pub. Date: 01 September, 1998 List Price(USD): $14.95 |
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Title: Roofing The Right Way by Steven Bolt ISBN: 0070066507 Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing Pub. Date: 01 November, 1996 List Price(USD): $29.95 |
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Title: Building With Stone by Charles McRaven, Chandis Ingenthron ISBN: 0882665502 Publisher: Storey Books Pub. Date: 01 August, 1989 List Price(USD): $17.95 |
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Title: Old House Measured and Scaled Detail Drawings for Builders and Carpenters: An Early Twentieth-Century Pictorial Sourcebook With 183 Detailed Plates by William Radford ISBN: 0486244385 Publisher: Dover Publications Pub. Date: 01 June, 1983 List Price(USD): $16.95 |
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