Characteristics of the dwelling
Roofing material
4. What is the predominant material used for roofing?
[] 1 Zinc
[] 2 Clay or cement tiles
[] 3 Plywood or corrugated sheeting (Plycem or Nicalit panel)
[] 4 Straw, palm leaves and similar materials
[] 5 Rubble or discarded materials
[] 6 Other
Question 4: Predominant material of the roof
The roof refers to the material that protects the majority of the dwelling (does not refer to ceiling in the interior). You should mark only one of the alternative answers. If there is more than one type of material in the roof, you will mark the predominant one.
1. Zinc
Generally, this is corrugated metal sheeting.
2. Clay or cement tiles
This is commonly made with baked clay.
3. Plycem or Nicalit panel
This can be smooth, waved, channeled, or another decorative format.
4. Straw, palm leaves and similar materials
Materials that are used to build rustic shacks in rural areas.
5. Rubble or discarded materials
Materials used in marginal dwellings such as pieces of wood, plastic, cans, etc.
6. Other
Materials not included in the above categories.