Careers in Roofing and Flooring

Residential, commercial, and industrial roofing jobs and flooring carpentry tasks and materials, including green materials and the credentials needed for becoming a green roofer and floor installer, are investigated in this perceptive volume.

Students learn about where to acquire basic carpentry skills and skills for using hand and power tools.

Post-high school courses and degrees in business management and engineering are advantageous for advancing to supervisory positions or starting a new business.

Sidebars include an interview with a contractor, the licensing requirements for independent contractors, and how to go about constructing a roof of a complex home design.