Roofing & Materials
Ridge cap
The material covering the peak where two roof slopes meet, sealing the joint against water. It is sold and priced by the linear foot, and most shingle systems use a matching ridge product instead of field shingles turned sideways.
Common questions
What does "Ridge cap" mean in Xactimate estimating?
The material covering the peak where two roof slopes meet, sealing the joint against water. It is sold and priced by the linear foot, and most shingle systems use a matching ridge product instead of field shingles turned sideways.
Where does "Ridge cap" 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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