Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Commercial building owners weighing a flat roof replacement now have a climate-specific resource to guide the decision. B ig Easy Roofing, a residential and commercial roofing contractor headquartered ...

A failed flat roof is one of the most expensive problems a building can develop. Water ingress rarely announces itself ...

A flat roof is the most cost-efficient roof shape as all room space can be used fully (below and above the roof) and as this roof allows easy revision/placement of solar panels [2] They also provide ...

The size and shape of an extension is a balancing act. For the new space to interact in harmony with the existing house, you will need to consider form, cost, and practicalities. The roof style in ...

The best roof underlayments shed moisture and prevent leaks while maintaining a barrier between the roofing material and ...

TPO roofing is a relatively inexpensive rubber roofing material that’s most often used on commercial buildings. TPO stands for Thermoplastic Polyolefin; it’s made primarily from recycled rubber, and ...

Most commercial buildings or custom-built structures are constructed with flat roofs. They’re durable and long-lasting, needing only routine maintenance for 20 years or more. FACT: Flat roofs aren’t ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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 ...

Need a new roof? Covering your existing asphalt shingles with metal roofing might be worth the expense. Here are some pros and cons.