Chapter 1 The Development of the Pitched Roof:; Primitive roof forms, The coupled roof, Stability, Ceilings, Trusses, Design for economy, Standard design roofs, Bolt and connector joints, Trussed rafters, Cost advantages, Legislation; Chapter 2 Roof Shapes and Terminology:; Terminology; Chapter 3 The "Traditional" and "Cut" Roof:; Design, The common rafter and purlin roof, The hip roof, The valley structure, Attic roofs, Roof lights and roof windows, Additional design considerations; Chapter 4 Bolted Truss Roof Construction:; The joints, Truss assembly, The split-ring connector, Accuracy, Standard designs, The roof construction, Bolted truss hips, Valleys, Structural openings, Roof stablity; Chapter 5 The Construction of Trussed Rafter Roofs:; Performance in use, Design, Design information, Quality control, Inspection, the construction of a trussed rafter roof, Hip end roofs, Valleys and intersecting roofs, Trimmings for openings, Attic and loft roofs, Openings for domers, roof windows and stairwells in attic trussed rafter roofs, Bracing the attic trussed rafter roof, Trussed rafter shapes; Chapter 6 Truss Plate Systems:; Systems available, Computer programs, Training, Technical data, Metalwork, Hip roof construction, Attic trusses, Raised tie trusses, Future developments; Chapter 7 Roof Construction Detailing:; General, Storage and handling of timber and timber components, Preservative treatment, Wall plates and fixings, Gable ends, ladders, gable restraints and separating walls, Water tank platforms, Ventilation of roof voids, Bracing, Eaves details, Trimming small openings, Infill; Chapter 8 Loft Conversions:; Development of the loft, The early attic, Floors and ceilings, Cottages, Wasted space, The final blow, Examining conversion possibilities, Typical roof types, Letting in light, Can we stand up?, Valley, Access to the attic, The last resort; Chapter 9 Obligations - Visual Impact on Your Home:; The planning application, The structural impact on the home; Chapter 10 The Conversion:; Making a start, The survey, Plans and specification, Writing the specification, Impact on occupants during conversation, Builders' stores and materials; Chapter 11 Solutions:; Basic accommodation, The common roof, Bolted truss and trussed rafter roofs, Roof replacement, Ventilating the roof void, Openings for dormers and roof windows; Conclusions.