Roofing Tips and Instructions

Flat roofs have been a daunting task for contractors and homeowners alike since they were invented. They are hard to waterproof, hard to maintain, and hard to insulate. For today's purposes, we will stick with the insulation issue. In order to...

A green roof is a solution to the gradually waning greenery in cities. It is partially or completely covered with vegetation and growing medium that is laid over the waterproofed roof-membrane.

Mansard and gambrel style roofs have always been hard to insulate. The illustration to the right shows the proper insulation of this style of roof. But what materials should be used to save energy on this type of house? New Construction If you...

Advantages and color options for metal roofing tiles.

This article explains how to build a porch roof on your own, which can save you hundreds of dollars.

Roofing your own home can save you a lot of money. It is a physical job but, with the invent of newer materials and a little know how, the work can be accomplished by a "do it yourselfer". It does take physical ability and two or three people who...

A metal roof is light, waterproof, easy to install and carry out maintenance. It has already been galvanized and painted by the manufacturer. A well maintained metal roof can last for over 30 years without any repainting. Which means that you can even prolong its life by taking good care of it!

Detailed instructions on how to shingle a roof, including shingling both ridges and valleys.

Repairing a shingle roof can be necessary after a wind storm, but it is not a disaster. How to replace asphalt roof shingles that have been damaged.

You may refer to a truss as the rafter, but it's basically the skeleton of the roof, carrying the weight of the frame and supporting the walls of the building. Trusses are very important to preventing the walls from bending or flexing, more so...