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 ...

Skylights and roof windows are a masterful way to bring more natural light into the home. They can add a dramatic and aesthetically-pleasant touch to any room. Beyond improving the home’s aesthetic, ...

. Q. I hate to still keep you on the "cold roof" subject, but I want to make a cold roof on my 6,000 square foot Victorian 4-unit with 2 furnaces that are located in the attic. What can I do? K.C.

Roof installation problems often remain hidden for years because surface materials can appear intact while key details ...

A roof recover retrofit involves installing a new, durable metal roof over an existing roof in a way that is structurally sound, non-disruptive, and cost-effective. This system enhances the roof’s ...

Can you avoid tearing off your old asphalt shingle roof by putting a steel roof over it? Maybe. Most codes now allow no more than two layers of roofing before requiring a complete tear-off. So, if ...

Renovate Robotics on Tuesday unveiled its latest rooftop robot, the Rufus V1. The system is a refinement of the prototypes the New York-based firm showcased earlier this year. It automates one of ...

Q: My roof is leaking badly, and repairs haven’t worked. Can I have my roof replaced during winter? A: Yes! Roofing contractors need to work in the winter months just like anyone else, and some ...

Green roofed structures date back thousands of years, even before the concept of housing as it is known today was birthed. The earliest green roofs came in the form of sod roofs above caves. Plants ...