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Ridge Beam: The highest point of a pitched roof, where the rafters or trusses meet.

Purlins: Horizontal beams that support the roof covering and are placed between the rafters or trusses.

Eaves: The lower edge of the roof that overhangs the walls to direct water away.

Hip and Valley: The intersections where two slopes meet in a pitched roof. Hip refers to the external angle, and valley is the internal angle.

Battens: Small wooden or metal strips that secure roofing materials (like tiles or shingles) to the roof.

Underlayment: A water-resistant layer that sits under the roofing material, providing extra protection against leaks.