Framing tips and timesavers
With spring in the air, a handyperson’s thoughts turn… outdoor projects. Building an addition. Getting that shed together. Here are some framing tips to speed
With spring in the air, a handyperson’s thoughts turn… outdoor projects. Building an addition. Getting that shed together. Here are some framing tips to speed
If you have to shingle around a dormer, how are you going to make sure that the tabs on each side of the dormer keep
Here are a couple tips to help you reroof this spring. There’s more than one way to pattern those shingles. The standard pattern with a
Where two sections of roof intersect (such as the gable roof of a dormer and the main roof, or two wings of the house), they
Here are some more flashing facts. We’ll look at the two options when a sloping roof meets a vertical wall. Horizontal along the wall: In
Put that raincoat away! We’re talking about the sheet material (metal, vinyl, etc.) covering joints on the outside of your house to keep moisture from
Even if you’re having a contractor put up the roof on your new house or addition, it’s worth your while to think about the type
If your roof’s in need of a facelift, you have a bundle of reroofing options. Here’s a quick rundown on four of the most popular
Roof vents do a lot of work to keep you and your house in good shape. They help keep the house cooler in the summer,
A quick yearly roof inspection helps you catch and fix little things before they cause big-time problems. Here’s what you should look for and what
Here are a few more flat roofing systems Asphalt roll roofing is fairly inexpensive, and not too tough to do on your own. The roll
Flat roofs have pros and cons. On the pro side, it’s easier to trace a leak to the source, which is pretty tough with a