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Neither is "better" in terms of usefulness or structural efficiency. Hip and gable are primarily responses to design needs.

A hip roof is slightly stronger than a gable.

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Is a hip roof stronger than a gable roof?

a hip roof is stronger than a gable roof because it braces itself and cannot move from side to side.


Which is cheaper to build a hip or gable roof?

Labor cost for hip roof would be more then gable. Materials are about the same. Hip roof cost slightly more.


Definition of a hip and gable roof combination?

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What is the definition of a clipped gable roof?

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Where is the ridge on a roof?

The highest point, the peak of each gable or hip.


What is gabling?

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What are gables used for?

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What is the gable end for?

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If the roof is slanted what shape is the roof?

With the little info provided all that can be determined is that it is a pitched or sloped roof. If you want to know more, for example, that the roof is a gable or hip construction, your description needs to be more precise.


Can a roof have 4 planes?

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