Question: We are wanting to purchase a 1980s-era home that has cedar shingles. I have asked several different roofers for a price to repair the shingles but every one of them said they will have to ...

Choosing a new roofing material can be tough. It’s an expensive home update, and the variety of residential options for asphalt and metal can be a challenge to navigate. With about 5 million U.S.

Johnathan C. Brewer II is a licensed general contractor specializing in kitchen, bath remodels and general construction with two decades of professional experience. He is also the owner of Brewer ...

Dear James: When we have a strong rain, I notice some leaks through my garage's 25-year-old shingle roof. What are some tips to replacing the shingle roof myself? — Tonya D. Dear Tonya: It actually is ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Unless you're doing something like preparing your roof for heavy snow, odds are you haven't spent much time inspecting the surface that covers ...

You probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your home’s roof, and that’s a good thing. Ordinarily the only time a roof gets our attention is when it’s damaged or leaking. And while a roof’s ...