Literal question
2.3. What is the main type of material used in constructing the roof?
[] Metal sheeting
[] Shingle, wood
[] Shingle, other
[] Tile
[] Concrete
[] Other
[] Not stated
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5.24 Question 2.3 Roofing Material
This question seeks to determine the main type of material used in the construction of the roof. It is recognized that the roof of a housing unit may be made of more than one type of material. In such cases, identify the main area.
Metal Sheeting - this applies to zinc and aluminum sheeting.
Shingle - Wood - include here all types of wooden shingles.
Shingle - Other - this applies to shingles other than that made from wood and includes fiber-glass and asphalt.
Tile - include here roofs made from concrete clay, aluminum and other tiles. The popular "Decramastic" roofing should be included here.
Concrete - this is usually referred to as concrete slab.
Other - include here all other types of roofing material, for example thatch, paroid.