Name any five factors which determine choice of roof structure

Name any five factors which determine choice of roof structure.

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i) Type of building –whether a domestic, commercial.

ii) Foundation condition.

iii) Spans to be covered

iv) Nature and magnitude of the loads that may be imposed on it, including the suspension of machinery.

v) Possibility of future alteration.

vi) Speed of construction or erection.

vii) Economy and aesthetic consideration.

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steve williams answered the question on January 1, 2018 at 15:50

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