Could Your Home Benefit From A Parapet Wall?

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Could Your Home Benefit From A Parapet Wall?
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• Some people choose to see parapet walls as
  outdated construction features that no longer
  serve a purpose, and which therefore arent of
  any value to a home. However, while it may be
  true that they no longer serve their original
  purpose of providing rooftop protection from
  enemies on the ground, on buildings such as forts
  and castles, parapet walls can still be
  functional and in many instances, can even
  enhance a building aesthetically.
• Before we look at the benefits of parapet walls
  in a little more detail, its important to get a
  better understanding of what they are

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• What is a parapet wall?
• Parapet walls are low and usually constructed to
  enclose a roof, or provide a barrier of
  protection around the edges of a terrace in some
  cases theyre also used on bridges for the same
  purpose.
• Usually around 3 feet in height, their size,
  design and where theyre located can vary from
  structure to structure, and can be dependent on
  personal preference or their intended purpose.

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• Not intended to be carried out by even the most
  seasoned of DIYers, you must always work with an
  experienced construction company if you wish to
  have a parapet wall installed. This type of wall,
  when incorrectly installed or carried out with
  poor workmanship, can lead to a build of water on
  a roof, hence its always best to hire
  professionals to carry out the work.

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• Do parapet walls have modern uses?
• With their ability to act as a barrier that
  prevents people from toppling over the edge,
  parapet walls are most commonly found on the
  roofs of buildings, and are the perfect solution
  for homes that have a terrace or garden on the
  roof. That said, any flat roof that is likely to
  have people spending time on it would benefit
  from a parapet roof in safety terms, and nothing
  says they have to be ugly either. With an
  experienced construction company, parapet walls
  can be attractive features on a roof that
  enhances the buildings overall appearance.

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• In cosmetic terms, a parapet wall can be used to
  hide any faults or areas of unsightliness on a
  roof, and can even help create the illusion that
  the roof is flat, when it isnt. Sometimes used
  as a visual barrier to mask ugly items or
  equipment on a roof, too, parapet walls can make
  ductwork, vents or stored items, disappear from
  view.
• In addition to acting as a safety barrier to
  prevent the risk of falling, and improving a roof
  aesthetically, parapet walls can also be added to
  a roof as a fire protection measure. Should a
  fire break out in a home, a well-constructed
  parapet wall can help slow the fires spread and
  reduce the damage to the building, while giving
  its occupants more time in which to escape.

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• If after reading this, youve decided that a
  parapet wall is just the feature for your home or
  commercial building, you can find out more about
  them by scheduling a consultation with a local
  construction company.
• At I.T.M Construction Corp. is one of the best
  construction contractors in Astoria, Queens NY.
  Our family owned and operated business has been
  providing valued clients in Astoria, Queens and
  beyond, with a variety of high quality
  construction and roofing services for almost two
  decades. Whatever your needs, weve got a skilled
  contractor to handle them, and with fair pricing
  and quality workmanship. If you are looking for
  parapet wall services in Astoria, NY, contact us
  at 718-956-8483.