Talking about roofs is not common in everyday English. What if you are a vocabulary enthusiast who wishes to be in the know all the common roofing-related terminologies. Staying informed about specialized terminologies can enhance your communication and knowledge. Roofing, though often overlooked, has its own rich lexicon. Let's dive into the world of roofing vocabulary!   roof framing decking/sheathing underlayment covering roofing overhanging a roof a rafter a joist a collar tie/ a collar beam a beam/a ridge board/ a ridge a strut a queen post a batten  a furring batten a purlin a roof valley a roof flashing/valley flashing a gutter an eaves trough a downspout an attic a vent an eave a soffit a fascia a chimney a dormer   shingles plywood