Metal roofs have a lot to offer. Despite the higher up-front cost, a metal roof is likely to be a cost-effective choice in the long run. That’s in no small part because they can last anywhere from 40 ...

DIYer and woodworker April Wilkerson builds a roof over existing shingles as an easy upgrade.

Learn how roofing solutions like EPDM and TPO contribute to waste reduction and energy efficiency in architectural design.

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In a nor’easter, your home’s first line of defense is its roof. When it’s time to replace the asphalt shingles, can you save money and install new ones right over the old? John Lojek, commissioner of ...

When selecting the right roof shingles for your home, climate, architecture style, and cost should all factor into the ...

Dear Tonya: It actually is surprising that you are just starting to notice some leaks from a 25-year-old garage roof. Garage roofs often deteriorate faster because builders don’t always install ...

Just as shingles protect a roof, Moorhead's top building official hopes a new city policy requiring permits and inspections for reshingling jobs will help shield homeowners from substandard ...

Choosing strong roofing shingles is a crucial step toward making sure that you, your home, and your belongings are well protected. (Another key step: hiring a good roofing contractor.) Consumer ...