While there are roofing materials that look like slate (sort of), none can compare with the real thing. Natural slate has a proven track record as a first-rate roofing material. It first appeared ...

By Type. The shape of your attic and roof—plus the type of building upon which your roof is installed—will dictate the kind of trusses required. Common trusses are the most affordable.

Roof shapes and interior features vary; roofing companies are creatures of habit; and building science researchers change ...

There are two ways to shape wood roofing: Shakes are split into wedges to produce a more natural, rugged look. These are the more expensive option, pricing around $3.50 per square foot and $7 to ...

FEMA says there are many factors that go into "snow-induced structural failures," including a roof's shape, slope, construction, maintenance, exposure to wind, and the type of snow that has ...