Roofs come in many shapes depending on where you are in the world and the kind of conditions they are meant to withstand. In the UK, hip roofs and gable roofs are both common, and each has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Hip roofs
Hip roofs have sloping surfaces on all sides. They run downwards from a topmost central point until they meet the walls of the building. This means they are balanced, with equal weight distribution and less pressure on the underlying walls. Combined with the lack of flat, vertical surfaces to be directly exposed to the wind, this provides a stronger, more secure design that is structurally sound.
People choose hip roofs for the combination of stability in bad weather and for the appearance, which is uniform.
Gable roofs
Gable roofs have two sloping sides that join along a central ridge, with the other two sides completely vertical. It is a traditional design that also suits modern buildings, as it allows rainwater to flow away relatively easily. These roofs do, however, require high construction and maintenance standards to prevent the vertical sides being damaged in heavy winds.
Roofers Gosport and elsewhere like www.randsroofing.co.uk/roofing-services/roofers-gosport/ can advise on this. Gable roofs are also popular because they allow for more space inside the building, providing for better ventilation and a wider range of uses for any attic.
Your choice of roof, whether hip, gable or something else, will depend on local weather conditions, the overall style of your home, and other practical and aesthetic conditions.
