Mike Dugan reviews the various types of flat roofs that a truck company firefighter can encounter, then provides a step-by-step approach to venting a flat roof.

Engine or truck with vent equipment and ground ladders; and Peaked roof structure. (If you don’t have a peaked roof, use a flat roof and simply get everything up and onto the roof.) ...

Bathroom roof vent for a flat roof I’ve had a chronic problem with a leaking bathroom vent during storms (like this one). I thought I fixed it last month when I found some exposed flashing around the ...

John Salka explains construction, access and other issues associated with flat-roof operations. Many fire departments assign a team of firefighters to roof operations at structural fires. When ...

Up on the Roof: Ventilation Tactics and Strategies April 19, 2012 - April 19, 2012 910 N. Addison St. Elmhurst, IL 60126 ...

Even on a flat roof, the most common sources of leaks are the seams—spots where there are changes in plane, flashing, skylights, or vent pipes.

Roof vents are key in attic ventilation. This guide explains how roof vents can help extend your roof’s lifespan and improve your home’s energy efficiency.

If you hire a roofing contractor to perform this task, it can cost approximately $150 or more depending on the roof pitch, the height of the roof, etc.

If you're a handy homeowner who has experience working on roofing projects, you can buy the ridge vent material for $125 and install it yourself, saving 69 percent.