How Well Do You Know Roof Ventilation History and Future Trends?

by jason_cramp | January 31, 2025 2:55 pm

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Each week, Construction Canada brings you a quick quiz based on one of our featured articles in Construction Canada News e-newsletter. This week’s quiz is from Flat Roof Ventilation: A Need for a Better Understanding[2] by Domenico D’Amato, Eng., Antonio Renzullo, Eng., and Domenic Chiovitti, Eng. The article explores the evolution of roof ventilation standards, the challenges of condensation in flat roof structures, and case studies highlighting ventilation issues. It also discusses research efforts to refine ventilation strategies and improve building performance.

Take this week’s questions and challenge yourself!

Quiz - Feb 5
1. According to the 1977 National Building Code (NBC), what is the minimum required vent ratio for flat roof structures in Canada?
2. Which of the following is a common method for passive ventilation in flat roof designs?
3. In modern flat roof designs, which active ventilation method is most commonly used?

Endnotes:
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  2. Flat Roof Ventilation: A Need for a Better Understanding: https://www.constructioncanada.net/residential-roof-cavity-ventilation-historical-evolution-current-practices-future-directions/

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