Abstract: An apparatus and methods are provided for a variable angle clamp assembly. The variable angle clamp assembly comprises a first support arm that may be pivoted relative to a second support arm. A coupling mechanism enables fixating an angle between the first and second support arms. A clamp assembly is mounted onto an elongate opening disposed along each of the first and second support arms. Each clamp assembly includes a fixed jaw and a movable jaw that may be tightened by way of a threaded screw and a handle. The clamp assemblies are slidable and rotatable along the elongate openings. A lock stop enables the clamp assembly to be fixated relative to each of the first and second support arms. The clamping assemblies may be manipulated into a variety of angles and radial distances along the support arms to provide a variety of clamping solutions.

Abstract: The present invention is an apparatus for applying shingles onto a roof of a structure. The present invention is a Straight line shingle apparatus to which when applied to an already prepared roof top, will be all the pre set lines and margins required to applying a perfectly square and level shingle roof according to the shingle specifications. There are three main parts to this apparatus, two vertical rods fixed on the roof deck, a vertical rod set up, which rides in bearings affixed to the horizontal housings, which produces a very easy sliding motion and a rack, positioned at an even line spacing from the bearings to let a user lay shingles into an extended row of shingles. Once shingles are positioned, many shingles may be nailed at once.

Abstract: A tile and non-vegetative ground covering setting device including a housing, slidable rods with turning support means and stationing means are described herein. In some examples, the setting device includes a pair of housings and two pairs of slidable rods. In other examples, a slidable rod may be positioned perpendicularly to the other slidable rods. The device also comprises a platform, a handle, and an adequate number of securing means to maintain integrity of the device.

Abstract: A tool for facilitating the cutting of shingles having a base plate and a tubular member. The tubular member comprises a slot on the horizontal surface of the tubular member that extends the entire length of the tubular member and that is offset from the center of the tubular member. The base plate comprises a semicircular cutout with a terminal point that coincides with the center point on the first side edge of the tubular member. The first side of the tubular member is aligned with the longitudinal axis of the base plate so that the tubular member is off-center on the base plate.

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 method and system for installing shakes on a building comprising a ledger board and a shake jig for assisting with installation of shakes. The shake jig comprising a base member supporting an adjustable member with a releasably fastener facilitating releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion of the base member, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with the ledger board and retaining the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and assisting with installation of shakes.

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 method and system for installing shakes on a building comprising a ledger board and a shake jig for assisting with installation of shakes. The shake jig comprising a base member supporting an adjustable member with a releasably fastener facilitating releaseable retention of the adjustable member in a desired relative position with respect to the base member. The base member has a shake shelf for abutting against a surface of a shake to prevent further insertion of the base member, between an installed topmost shake and an at least partially overlapped shake, and facilitate desired alignment of the shake jig with respect to the installed topmost shake. The adjustable member has a ledger shelf for engaging with the ledger board and retaining the ledger board in a desired horizontal orientation with respect to the shake shelf and assisting with installation of shakes.

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 system for installing lap siding includes a stationary installation tool used in conjunction with a moveable installation tool to enable a single worker to efficiently and consistently achieve a high quality installation with parallel planks and a uniform exposure. The stationary installation tool features a planar face, a first stationary edge support, a second stationary edge support and an attachment component such as an aperture for receiving a nail or screw. The first stationary edge support and second stationary edge support define a determined overlap or exposure. The moveable installation tool has a planar face, a first moveable edge support and a second moveable edge support. The first moveable edge support and second moveable edge support are configured to define a determined overlap or exposure consistent with that defined by the first stationary edge support and second stationary edge support.

Abstract: A mounting clip is designed to assist positioning and mounting of a first siding board to a wall overlapping a portion of a second siding board. The mounting clip includes a hanger which hangs the mounting clip on the second siding board. The mounting clip also includes a shelf. The shelf positions the first siding board such that the first siding board overlaps the second siding board. The mounting clip allows a single installer to accurately and efficiently install siding boards. The base of the mounting clips can be used as a guide to identify the portion of the siding board that can be nailed to the wall because the clip identifies the area that is going to be covered by the next siding board. An air gap between the wall and the siding boards is created by the mounting clip and prevents moisture from being trapped therebetween.

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: A spacer for facilitating hanging and fastening siding strips to a structure. The spacer is placed on a previously-fastened siding strip. An unfastened siding strip is then placed on the spacer, allowing the unfastened siding strip to be fastened. Once fastened, a portion of the spacer may be separated allowing the siding strips to come into unobstructed contact with one another.

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 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 siding tool is provided that enables a single person to install plank siding on a building. The main body of the tool is provided in the form of a flat elongated bar. The top end of a flat elongated bar is bent 180 degree to form a hook. The tip portion of the hook is tapered to facilitate insertion behind a previously installed plank of siding. The main body includes neck portion attached to the hook. The neck portion has a threaded aperture there through that is positioned a predetermined distance from the top end of the bar. The bar further includes two 30-degree bends resulting in the formation of an angled extension portion connected to the neck portion and a handle portion connected to the extension portion. A movable member is provided in the form of a short generally flat bar having two 90-degree bends therein defining a foot portion with a bolt-receiving aperture there through and a seat portion.

Abstract: A tool for installing siding, such as horizontally-disposed, overlapping siding is disclosed. In one embodiment, the tool comprises an elongate longitudinal portion having top and bottom end portions. A top siding-engaging portion extends from the top end portion and a bottom siding-engaging portion extends from the bottom end portion of the portion. A siding-support portion also extends from the longitudinal portion. In use, the tool may be pushed onto a first piece of siding to cause the top siding-engaging portion to frictionally engage a top transverse edge of the piece of siding and the bottom siding-engaging portion to frictionally engage a bottom transverse edge of the piece of siding. The first piece of siding can then be placed at an appropriate position against a structure above a previously-installed, second piece of siding, so that the siding-support portion rests on the second piece of siding.

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 that assists in installing lap siding. The tool includes a body having a handle and a pair of vertically spaced-apart seat assemblies that define a seat distance therebetween. The lower seat assembly is adapted to engage the lower portion of a previously installed siding piece, and the upper seat assembly is adapted to support the lower portion of a siding piece to be installed at the determined reveal distance relative to the previously installed siding piece. The reveal distance is at least substantially defined by the seat distance. In some embodiments, the tool enables two or more installers to with one hand properly hold and provide for level alignment of the piece of lap siding to be installed, while at the same time enabling the installers to mechanically fasten the same with the other hand. In some embodiments, the tool is adjustable to accommodate a range of reveal sizes.

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: A generally rectangular block has a front end forming a first edge stop for engaging an edge of a shingle to position it in a subsequent course of roofing shingles prior to nailing. A recess in the bottom face has a second edge stop spaced from the first edge stop by a length L1, the amount equal to a preferred amount of a first course of roofing shingles exposed below a subsequent course. A protruding flange extends outwardly from the front end and preferably tapers providing a resting surface to enable easy manipulation of the loose end of the shingle without unduly distorting the shingle.

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: The present invention includes a gauging tool for attachment to a fastener gun which dispenses fasteners. The gauging tool includes a positioning shoulder that is placed against the shoulder of siding that is to be secured to the wall of a building. The siding includes an attaching lip through which fasteners are driven for fastening the siding to the wall. The gauging tool of the present invention automatically positions the fastener a selected distance from the shoulder of the siding and automatically drives the fastener a selected depth into the wall.

Abstract: A shingle gauge comprising a gauge base, a first shingle engaging surface disposed adjacent to a first end of the gauge base, and a second shingle engaging surface disposed adjacent to a second end of the gauge base. A distance between the first and second shingle engaging surfaces can be adjusted by selectively locating an engaging member, such as a bolt, that retains the second shingle engaging surface, which may comprise a preferably round bolt head, within a selected aperture of a plurality of apertures in the gauge base. A nut can selectively lock the engaging member in position relative to a given aperture. The second end of the gauge base can be beveled to lift and separate shingles. Length incrementation can be disposed along a first side of the gauge base and the first shingle engaging surface can comprise a straight edge extending from only a second side of the gauge base. A plurality of aligning notches can be disposed on the gauge base in alignment with the plurality of apertures.

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 roof shingle placement tool is provided. The roof shingle placement tool includes a support member adapted to be disposed generally horizontally on a roof to be shingled. An indexing member is connected to the support member. The indexing member includes a plurality of equally spaced stops. The indexing member is adapted to be indexed upwardly along the roof with succeeding stops engaging a fixed reference point on the roof such that a uniform exposure distance is provided by the support member for succeeding courses of shingles.

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: The instant invention consists of a handholdable spring loaded clamp unit with a lower jaw and an upper jaw such that when the clamp is squeezed open and the lower jaw is placed up, under a course of lain sideboard, the clamp when released from being held in amenable to being supported against the outer face of the sideboard while also holding an L-shaped jig component which in turn holds an adjustable L-shaped jigstand upon the base of which there can rest the bottom edge of a course of sideboard to be lain affixed to the course of lain sideboard.

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: The invention relates to the an adjustable support and spacer device having and a base member and extension member which is adjustable relative thereto via a releasable clamp. The extension member and the base member each carry a support member whereby the adjustment of the extension member relative to the base member provides a relative adjustment of the two support members. The base and extension members are provided with measuring indicia and the extension member is able to be pivoted about the releasable connection device to provide angular adjustment between the two support members.