A cantilever is a beam supported on only one end. The beam carries the load to the support where it is resisted by moment and shear stress. Cantilever construction allows for overhanging structures without external bracing. Cantilevers can also be constructed with trusses or slabs. This is in contrast to a simply supported beam such as those found in a post and lintel system. A simply supported beam is supported at both ends with loads applied between the supports. This style of roof is popular on some of the older style homes in Miami Beach and Miami Gardens. A good roofing company like JW Roofing knows how to properly flash this style of roof to prevent storm driven rain from entering the house. During a storm rain can be pushed in the corner and if not installed properly the rain water can move over the flashing and into the attic.
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Another kind of roof to note is Flat Roof.