Abstract: The invention relates to a device comprising a first part (1) provided with a base (11) and a rod (12) having an opening or recess (13) for the engagement of an actuation tool (3), a second part (2) provided with a through-opening (21) for mounting on the rod (12) of the first part (1) and a surface for supporting the tool (3), as well as a tool (3) of the second part (2) along the rod (12) of the first part (1). The tool (3) comprises: a first arm (31) and a second arm (32) hinged on an intermediate shaft (33), having respective ends (31a, 32a) for acting on the first part (1) and the second part (2), and respective handles (31b and 32b); a mechanism (4) for positioning and regulating the rotational relative movement of the arms (31, 32).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a combination roof top solar installation tool, and more particularly, to a tool for measuring, securing, and supporting solar installation equipment to allow for quick, safe, consistent, and efficient installations. The tool may include a first housing, a second housing, and third housing that fit telescopically together and are secured through a clip locking mechanism that extends the housings when released via a clip and roller system. The tool has ruling etched along the top of the housings, a level, and also has a series of ratchet heads for tightening and loosening tools on a roof. The invention may include a series of seam clamp holes along the surface of the housings, which receive a seam clamp. The invention may also have an elongating device secured onto one of the housings, which is used for measuring distances beyond the length of the installation tool.

Abstract: A tool, or template, for the accurate positioning of asphalt shingles on a roof having a valley, wherein first and second plates, each with leading edges, are coplanar and exactly 5 inches apart, held there by struts. The first plate being longer than the second plate by a predetermined distance to the left and right thereof and the ends of the leading edge being tapered at a 45° angle. Handles are attached to the first and second plates extending from one to the other, and those handles are insulated to inhibit injury to the roofer using the tool.

Abstract: A roof scaffolding system includes a curved roof hook attached to a linear, metal membrane strip unit having connector rivets and nail holes. The metal strip includes double slot keyholes and attachment apertures that engage corresponding rivets on the roof hook. The opposite end of the metal strip includes connector rivets engaging double slot keyholes of an identical metal strip, extending opposite the roof hook. The nail holes allow attachment of wood spacers beneath the metal strips. Multiple strips are joined extending from the peak to the roof edge. A coupler connector covers the connection between joined metal strips preventing disconnection. Roof jacks include both nail slots and keyholes for attachment to the metal strips, as well as safety hooks for attachment of a lanyard from the scaffolding to workers. The roof jacks hold a plank that spans adjacent metal strips, the plank providing a place to stand.

Abstract: A shingle installation device comprises a body that maintains an alignment stop and a positioning stop that are parallely spaced by a predetermined distance to provide suitable overlap of successively installed shingles. The body also maintains a retainer that forms a gap that is configured to receive and retain the position of a shingle that is being installed. Thus, when the installation device is positioned such that the alignment stop rests against an edge of an installed shingle, an edge of the shingle to be installed is placed within the gap where it is retained in its correct position until the shingle is fastened to the surface being covered.

Abstract: A roofing installation device for enabling quick and accurate installation of shingle type roofing. The device includes a generally c-shaped inner portion and correspondingly c-shaped outer portion slidable relative to one another. The inner and outer portions include at least one spring there between in an expansion state such that manual compression allows a user to clamp the device onto a first shingle layer. An adjustable portion is affixed to the inner portion and includes a stop edge to allow placement of a second shingle layer in such a manner to form a predetermined surface exposure of the first shingle layer. The predetermined surface exposure is variable by moving the adjustable portion relative to the inner portion. Such adjustment is accomplished in a quick, manual manner.

Abstract: A gauge device for use with a staple gun serves to align the staple gun relative to building siding to dispense a two prong staple from a head of the staple gun into one of a plurality of fastener apertures in siding members of the building siding. The gauge device comprises a pair of flanges arranged to depend from laterally opposed sides of the head of the staple gun at a location such that abutment of one of the flanges below a lock edge channel of a siding member locates one prong of the two prong staple to be in alignment with one of the fastener apertures and locates the other prong of the two prong staple above the top free edge of a nailing flange of the siding member.

Abstract: A roof shingle alignment system employs three separate types of line bar tools for setting aligned chalklines. The first line bar is used to strike chalklines vertically on roof surfaces and for setting the starter horizontal chalkline. The second line bar is placed on the starter chalkline and is used to strike horizontal chalklines across the roof surface. A third line bar is configured to be placed on the peak of the roof for setting horizontal chalklines near the roof's ridge for cutout and hip cap lines.

Abstract: A pair of generally linear templates each includes one vertical edge convolved in substantially identical stepped convolutions that are each respectively conformed to support the lower end edges of an array of lapboards on the exterior of a building wall structure. Each of the templates include a set of laterally offset attachment brackets provided with spring opposed fasteners that are useful to temporarily secure the templates to the wall structure at a securement interval that is greater than the span of the lapboards, thus exposing the lapboard ends for their proper alignment as the lapboards are affixed to the wall structure.

Abstract: A lap siding installation device for spacing and applying lap siding to a surface. Anchoring mechanisms are provided for releasably anchoring the device to a surface, and connection mechanisms are also provided to house the anchoring mechanisms. A first elongate member and a second elongate member extend from the connection mechanism in substantially the same direction. The second elongate member has a length greater than the first elongate member, and includes a protrusion with a ledge to receive and hold a piece of lap siding between the first and second elongate members. Methods are also included for spacing and applying lap siding to a surface.

Abstract: A tool is disclosed for alignment of siding and roofing materials including but not limited to shingles. The tool includes a means of affixing a ledger board of other guidance or measurement device. The tool may include a gradicule for measurement to a reference line. This tool allows the use of a ledger board without compromising the integrity of the shingles.

Abstract: A flat lay-out tape for roofers that eliminates errors and saves time in striking chalk lines for aligning rows of shingles. The flat design allows the tape to lay flush against the roof surface, which facilitates accurate measuring and striking. The lay-out tape prevents errors by providing row indicators for different shingles on different sides of the tape. In the preferred embodiment, row indicators for standard shingles are shown on one side of the tape, and row indicators for architectural shingles are provided on the other side. Standard measuring tape markings can also be provided on either side of the tape. In operation, the terminal end of a lay-out tape is tacked down near the bottom of a roof, near a side edge of the roof, and the tape is extended over the apex of the roof. The same is done with a second lay-out tape, near the opposite side edge of the roof. A chalk line is then stretched, and struck, between corresponding indicators of the two lay-out tapes.

Abstract: An elongated construction workpiece having a viewable surface and adapted to be cut to a measured length or width at a work site, wherein the workpiece is provided on a viewable surface adjacent one or more of its edges with linear measure markings whereby a desired length or width of the workpiece can be cut utilizing only the markings thereon with no need for a tape measure or the like.

Abstract: Siding installation apparatuses and methods for engaging a first siding piece and supporting a second siding piece are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, the apparatus includes a support member having a support surface to support the second siding piece, an engagement member projecting from the support member, and a securing assembly coupled to the support member to releasably restrict the support member from moving relative to the first siding piece. The engagement member is configured to engage the bottom portion of the first siding piece by contacting the back surface. It is emphasized that this Abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 C.F.R. § 1.72(b).

Abstract: A siding installation tool for support pieces of siding and act as a guide to facilitate consistent alignment of the siding being installed includes a clamp assembly coupled to an extendable guide assembly. The clamp assembly is lockable to a piece of siding and the guide assembly is adjustably extendable from the clamp assembly to support a second piece of siding for installation.

Abstract: A tool for laying sequential courses of tiles on an inclined roof, or sidewall the tool including a rail and several arms sized to extend over a previous course of tiles and to position the rail to define a straight edge for the current or new tile course. The arms extend over the current course and their ends are nailed or otherwise secured to the roof or sidewall. After the course is laid, the rail is moved up for the next course. A kit is formed of one or more rails, sets of arms, each set being sized and/or hinged for a corresponding type of tile, and means of interconnecting and aligning the rails. Two rails may also be used to provide roofing on a roof having two sections joined by a valley. For this configuration, a curved, flexible connector is used which is formed of a rubber pipe.

Abstract: A tool and method for installing siding panels in overlapped relation. The tool comprises a clamp and lip arrangement for clamping and supporting a panel on a previously installed panel, a handle extending from the clamp, a first gauge for setting the overlap between successive panels, a second gauge for marking or drilling nail installation locations, and an arrangement for changing the amount of overlap between successive panels. In use, one or more of the tools are clamped along the bottom edge of a panel being installed and the tool supported by the lip on the upper edge of the previously installed board, enabling the installer to temporarily tack the new panel in place. The tool(s) can then be removed from the new piece by twisting and pulling down on the handle portion. The second gauge is used to mark/drill the nail installation locations, prior to or after tacking.

Abstract: An apparatus for the attaching of shingles to a roof and especially to the hip, ridge, and barge rafter edge portions of a shingled roof. The device can provide both a mounting guide to aid the user to achieve an in-line installation of conventional roofing shingles as well as a user determined uniform rise of the shingles so mounted to achieve a desired visual depth or thickness to the roof. The device features an elongated base strap for mounting to the roof line and a plurality of shingle fasteners mounted to the base strap at distances optimal for the shingles being used. Use of adhesives and mechanical mounts for the attached shingle further aids in maintaining a secure mount of the attached shingles in high winds and inclement weather.

Abstract: A roofing tool and method of using same is disclosed. Said tool eliminates safety concerns and reduces the time to shingle a mansard. The tool includes a handle, means for gripping a shingle, one or more elongated members, and alignment fixtures for accurately attaching shingles. A roofer applies pressure to an upper grip of the handle traversing a control rod in the direction of the handle rotating control arms connected to an upper jaw of the gripping means. The roofer places a shingle between the upper jaw and a lower jaw and releases the pressure upon the handle. Said pressure release causes, by means of a tension spring, the upper jaw to compress upon the shingle and lower jaw securing the shingle. Alignment tabs and stops insure the shingle and tool are aligned respectively. A method of using the tool includes a catch apparatus and elongated hammering tool.

Abstract: A roofing layout tape is calibrated to show the linear increments between rows or courses of shingles, and also the incremental bond line markings applied from the lateral eaves of a roof to provide shingle overhang for runoff at the eaves and lateral stagger for each horizontal course of shingles. The device comprises a flexible tape retractably housed within a case or reel. While the present roofing layout tape may include conventional linear markings (inches, feet, etc.), it also includes a series of course and bond line markings along each edge of the top surface (i.e., the inwardly disposed surface when the tape is coiled). One set of edge markings applies to conventional or three tab shingles, while the opposite edge markings apply to dimensional or architectural shingles. A method of using the present roofing layout tape for laying out shingle course lines and bond lines, is also disclosed.

Abstract: A roof scaffolding system includes a support assembly disposed on one inclined surface of a roof extending to a peak of the roof and attached to an opposite inclined surface of the roof near the peak thereof, a roof jack resting on the one inclined surface of the roof astraddle and connected to the support assembly, a valley support assembly disposed on a valley of the roof along one side of the one inclined surface and extending to the peak of the roof and attached to the opposite inclined surface of the roof near the peak thereof, and a valley jack astraddle the valley of the roof and valley support assembly and anchored to the valley support assembly. The roof and valley jacks are spaced apart so as to support a flat board extending therebetween.

Abstract: A tool for installation of building siding includes an elongate base portion, an arm portion extending at a right angle thereto, and terminates in a flange portion extending at a right angle from the arm. A clip member is carried on the upper surface of the base, and extends toward the arm portion to define a gap therebetween. For use, one or more of the tools are placed on the bottom edge of the piece of siding so that the siding is releasably captured in the gap. The piece of siding can then be placed at an appropriate position on a wall above a previously-installed piece of siding, so that the flange rests on the upper edge of the previously installed piece. The installer may rest the piece of new siding, with the tool(s) in place, on the previously installed piece of siding, enabling the installer to temporarily nail the new piece in place. The tool(s) can then be removed from the new piece by twisting and pulling down on the handle portion.

Abstract: A roofing layout tape is calibrated to show the linear increments between rows or courses of shingles, and also the incremental bond line markings applied from the lateral eaves of a roof to provide shingle overhang for runoff at the eaves and lateral stagger for each horizontal course of shingles. The device comprises a flexible tape retractably housed within a case or reel. While the present roofing layout tape may include conventional linear markings (inches, feet, etc.), it also includes a series of course and bond line markings along each edge of the top surface (i.e., the inwardly disposed surface when the tape is coiled). One set of edge markings applies to conventional or three tab shingles, while the opposite edge markings apply to dimensional or architectural shingles. A method of using the present roofing layout tape for laying out shingle course lines and bond lines, is also disclosed.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying shingles onto a roof of a structure. The apparatus includes a first and second retractable/extendable rail, with the first and second rails being positioned to ends of a roof in a parallel relationship to each other. The first and second rails are configured with slots positioned approximately 5″ apart from each other. The apparatus also includes a third retractable/extendable rail, which is positioned in corresponding opposing slots in the first and second rails. A fourth and a fifth rail are hingedly connected to the third rail, with the fourth rail having a bottom portion for resting shingles against as they are placed in proper locations on the roof.

Abstract: A guide tool allows ridge covers to be installed on a ridge, hip, or rake of a roof with a uniform overlap of adjacent ridge covers. Consequently, a uniform shadow effect is achieved by adjacent ridge covers all along the ridge, hip, or rake of the roof, and the appearance of the roof is improved. A method of using this tool in applying ridge covers on a roof is presented also.

Abstract: A shingle gauge includes a circular collar that is adjustable secured to the hammerhead of a conventional hammer and includes a pair of rearwardly projecting side rails, which are connected by a stud having a cylindrically headed nuts fastened outside the side rails. The distance between the cylindrically headed nuts and a front edge of the shingle gauge is used to measure the desired distance between adjacent rows of shingles fastened to a roof.

Abstract: A workpiece guiding fence for a woodworking machine having a rotating vertical axis cutting tool comprises a fence support of hollow rectangular configuration defining a chamber which is connectable to a vacuum source for removal of dust and chips. A three part fence structure comprises a forward fence portion, a rearward fence portion, and an insert portion are adjustably positionable on the fence support. The insert portion is fabricated from a cuttable material and is moved into full engagement with the rotating cutting tool to provide a recess conforming to the configuration of the cutting tool. When a workpiece is guided along the aforedescribed three part fence, dust and chips produced by the cutting operation are withdrawn into the fence support by the vacuum source.

Abstract: A set of cooperating tools to assist a roofer in the multiple tasks involved in covering a roof surface with shingles or tiles, and numerous other chores associated with wall and roof construction, protection and maintenance. The set includes a straight-edge ruler, shingle and tile cutting jig, workbench, knee-rests, blade knife, gauges, levels and various accessories that can be synergistically combined to accurately and safely measure, cut and install shingles or tiles while standing on a slanted roof surface under precarious conditions.

Abstract: A roofer's grid apparatus is provided for use in retaining shingles on a roof. The apparatus includes several mounting strips of support material which are secured together by horizontal connecting strips so that the mounting strips are parallel to and spaced from one another. A plurality of shingle retaining arrays are provided on the mounting strips for retaining shingles on the apparatus with the shingles arranged in horizontal courses and with each course overlapping the course beneath. Each array includes a pair of raised ears connected to the mounting strips and being spaced horizontally from one another by a distance adapted to be substantially equal to the length of a shingle, and a plurality of spurs protruding from the strips and adapted to penetrate the shingle when the shingle is positioned between the ears and pressed against the roof.

Abstract: A shingling device is provided for installing shingles on a roof. The shingling device includes a strap having a first end and a second end, the strap including longitudinally spaced apart pin-receiving holes. A strap hanger is appended to the first end. The shingling device further includes a pin sized to be selectively inserted into the pin-receiving holes and the pin is received by a selected pin-receiving hole. In addition, the shingling device includes a transversely elongated shingle holder positioned by the pin once the pin is received by a selected pin-receiving hole. The shingle holder has a bottom plane generally parallel to the roof. The shingle holder also has an elongated lip appended to the shingle holder adjacent to the bottom and angularly extending out of the plane defined by the bottom.

Abstract: An alignment tool for use by a shingle installer for aligning a row of shingles to be fastened to a roof, the shingles having straight bottom edges relative to a previously fastened row of shingles. The alignment tool includes a pair of flanged brackets that fit snugly against the lower edge of the already fastened shingles and includes an upper edge that allows the shingles to be fastened to be quickly placed thereagainst for proper alignment. The installer can kneel, holding the alignment tool in position while actually fastening the shingles to the roof with his free hands.

Abstract: An apparatus for applying roofing shingles includes a tracking assembly having a guide track supported by rails removably coupled to the roof and incrementally adjustable upwardly of the roof by increments corresponding to the desired overlap of successive courses of shingles to be laid on the roof. A carriage movably engages the guide track and supports a supply of shingles on edge, which shingles can be laid upon the roof by individually rotating a shingle forwardly causing it to fall from the platform into a positioning cradle of the carriage. A nailing gun is periodically actuated to secure each shingle to the roof as the carriage moves along the track in preparation for installing the next adjacent shingle.

Abstract: A device for use in laying out courses for the installation of roofing tile of various sizes and compositions produced by various manufacturers. The device includes an elongated tape having inscribed thereon coded indicia which can be used in laying out each course of tile produced by a particular manufacturer. The coded indicia identify a particular manufacturer and automatically account for the eave overhang and tile overlap distances specified by the manufacturer.

Abstract: An alignment tool for positioning square tab shingles on a roof surface in perfect alignment with shingle strips already fastened to the roof includes a long, straight shingle positioning plate having a base flange and an unfastened shingle positioning flange extending at right angles up away from the base flange. Two clamps extend back from the base flange, each clamp having an upper jaw mounted to the positioning plate and a lower jaw pivoted to the upper jaw. A bottom row positioning stop is located between the jaws of each clamp. The lower jaw of each clamp is slid underneath the bottom edge of a shingle in the top row of fastened shingles until that edge is in contact with the positioning stop. Unfastened shingles are then positioned with their bottom edges against the unfastened shingle positioning flange, the shingles are butted against each other, and then are ready to be nailed or stapled into place.

Abstract: An alignment and support tool for positioning siding boards to be secured to a building consisting of an elongated upright, a hook attached to the bottom of the upright for securing the tool by wedging underneath an attached siding board, and one or more siding supports extending from the upright toward the building.

Abstract: A mechanized roof shingle laying system has a plurality of lateral supports which are attached to a roof. Desirably, a plurality of horizontal track sections span the entire roof and engage alignment tabs on the lateral supports. A carriage, ridden by an operator, is movable along the horizontal track sections. Shingles carried by the carriage are laid on the roof along a lip guide of the horizontal track sections and produce an accurate alignment of the shingles. When a row of shingles has been laid in alignment upon the roof and fastened thereto, the horizontal track supports are moved to an adjacently spaced alignment tab of the lateral supports so that another row of shingles can be positioned on the roof. The system provides a high production rate with consistently good accurate alignment of the shingles.