Navigating the many types of roofing materials can feel overwhelming, with a myriad of options promising durability, aesthetics, and energy efficiency.Your roof is more than just a protective shield, ...

The roofing system is one of the most important structural features of a house. A layer of roof shingles on top of the roof frame protects the interior of the home from rain, snow, and other ...

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 ...

Slate is one of the most durable types of roofing material and is similar in cost to clay tiles, ranging from $9 to $20 per square foot. This material can last 50 to 200 years.

Frame Type The type of pre-existing frame on your roof directly contributes to the cost to finish a lifting job, as some frames are easier to raise than others. There are two major categories of ...

A couple years ago, when I was building my 15-by-20 foot log cabin in far northern Washington, I decided to top the building with a gambrel (rather than a more conventional gable or A-frame) roof.