Roofing system and method thereof
OwnerMichael J. Thompson, Allen E. Preuss +3inventors
InventorsMichael J. Thompson, Allen E. Preuss, Fredrick R. Schneider, Brian A. Pierson, James J. Pingor
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Abstract
Roofing systems, articles, and methods are discussed herein that can incorporate multiple features, including energy saving features. Ventilation and wind uplift resistance can be provided by features incorporated into roofing units described herein. Other features described herein can provide for easy positioning of roofing units, or allow spacing for thermal expansion. Features of the roofing units can facilitate the removal and replacement of damaged parts.
Claims20
A roofing system, comprising:
- at least one starter that comprises one or more first attachment mechanisms;
- and
- at least one roofing unit that comprises one or more first attachment mechanisms and one or more second attachment mechanisms, wherein each of the second attachment mechanisms is configured to attach with any of the first attachment mechanisms.
A method, comprising:
- securing one or more starters to a roof, wherein each starter comprises one or more tee slots;
- securing one or more roofing units to a roof, wherein each roofing unit comprises one or more tee slots and one or more bosses;
- and
- engaging each of the one or more bosses with one of the one or more tee slots.
A method, comprising:
- breaking one or more bosses that secure a first roofing unit to a lower unit below the first roofing unit, wherein the first roofing unit is secured to an upper roofing unit above the first roofing unit, and wherein the first roofing unit is secured to a roof by one or more fasteners;
- detaching the first roofing unit from the upper unit;
- and
- removing the first roofing unit by pulling the first roofing unit outward.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.