Roofing

Boost curb appeal with these cool concepts.

A functional part of the roof, eaves aren’t the same on every kind of home. Here’s what you need to know.

If your area has experienced heavy storms recently, you’ll want to know how to identify and address hail damage on a roof.

Repairing a roof at the first sign of leaks or damage will keep a home and its residents safe and dry. Roof repair costs run from $379 to $1,758, or an average of $1,060.

No matter where you live, investing in hurricane ties can enhance the structural integrity of your home.

The sheathing on older homes may have been attached with nails that are too small or the sheathing may simply need shoring up due to routine wear and tear. Learn how to weather any storm by strengthening the roof sheathing in your home.

Gardening is a way to connect with the earth, and this connection becomes even more striking in a rooftop garden, where the earth sits closer to the sky. Rooftop gardens allow city dwellers to embrace their valuable outdoor space and interact with nature. While some rooftop gardens are created using potted plants, others are lawn-like environments, magically transformed by their urban owners. Whether your rooftop space is large or small, it has the potential to become a lush oasis. Click through our photo gallery to pluck some ideas for designing your own garden in the sky.

Metal roofing is long-lasting, stands up to severe weather, and doesn’t always look like metal. Here’s how it’s made, and why it might be a good choice for your home.

Stucco isn’t delicate. Whether applied as exterior siding or as a finish for interior walls, the age-old material requires little in the way of ongoing maintenance. Occasional cleaning or patching may be necessary, but with the right combination of products and tools, any homeowner can get the job done. Here’s how.

Unusual amounts of snow lead to many things—stalled cars, snowball fights, and airport closings. They also lead to many homeowner concerns over the roof’s ability to hold the weight. Find out what you can do to identify or prevent problems.