When it comes to home maintenance, few investments are as important as your roof. A secure and stable roof protects your home ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

Damaged roof shingles may not seem like a big deal but lead to costly issues if left untreated. Learn how to repair or replace them on your own to save costs.

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Dear Olivia: It would have been much better if the contractor had used durable tin or copper for that low roof initially, but those materials are much more expensive than asphalt rolled roofing. With ...

Roofing might seem like a relatively easy DIY project, but there's a lot that goes into what goes over your head. There are ...

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