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Cant strip
A triangular strip, often of wood or foam, fitted where a low roof deck meets a wall. It turns the sharp corner into a gradual slope so the roof membrane can be laid over it without a hard fold. Cant strips are part of the perimeter build of many commercial roof systems.
Common questions
What does "Cant strip" mean in Xactimate estimating?
A triangular strip, often of wood or foam, fitted where a low roof deck meets a wall. It turns the sharp corner into a gradual slope so the roof membrane can be laid over it without a hard fold. Cant strips are part of the perimeter build of many commercial roof systems.
Where does "Cant strip" show up in a claim?
The term matters on estimates and scopes across the insurance restoration workflow. Browse the glossary for related terms.
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