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Expertise

My 33 years in the building science business has involved air barriers, waterproofing, and flat & steep slope roofing systems.

Experience in the area

My roofing encompasses commercial systems (BUR, mod-bit, single-ply) and residential applications (asphalt shingles, cedar shingles, slate and metal. I am cognizant of code stipulations in regards to FM and UL for commercial roofs.

Education/Credentials

Attended numerous courses offerd by Roof Consultants Institute, Roofing Industry Educational Institute, Factory Mutual Research Corporation, University of Wisconsin, and BURSI. Lectured for RCI and mentored at a local university for a Building Science Certificate.

Past/Present Clients

Government, commercial businesses such as The GAP, hospitals, school boards as a roof designer.

What do you like about this subject?

Always learning something new as I can never say I know it all.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

Share my roofing knowledge with those who will benefit from it.

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Recent Answers from D. John Henderson

2012-05-07 leaking roof:

I assume you mean between the exterior wall and the eave, commonly called the soffit. You have not mentioned when it leaks so I  assume it is during rain storms.    Flex Seal is a liquid rubber product

2012-04-28 Wet spot?:

The stain is at a joint in the plywood and regardless if it is sloped or a flat roof, the stain should be running down the joist if it is truly a water leak.    Secondly being in Florida the warm temperatures

2012-04-17 Roofing interview questions:

10.) What type of roofing do you do-residential or commercial.  11.) Are you licensed as a roofer in your area.  12.) For residential work do you know the Part 9 Building code requirements -ventilation

2012-04-13 roll roofing:

Roll roofing is normally adhered to the substrate and at side laps with a cold adhesive. The membrane is terminated at least 12 inches up the slope (approximately under 3 shingle courses).     with the

2012-04-11 Making a rooftop patio on an asphalt and gravel Roof:

A gravel roof is pretty durable because it is made of multiple plies of roofing felt and a covering of asphalt and gravel. To place a wood deck on top it can be done. Standard concrete pavers 2 foot x

 

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