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 ...

Asphalt shingle roofs are the most common type of roof for homes in the U.S., but you might want to consider these ...

The roof serves as a home’s primary line of defense against weather and environmental exposure. Because of their ...

In her eight years as a content writer and researcher, Alison has published more than 450 home improvement articles and has delved into nearly every topic, including solar, moving and landscaping. In ...

Roofing isn’t a glamorous job. In fact, one could reasonably argue that it checks off the classic three Ds of automation — dull, dirty and dangerous — with aplomb. It’s a prime candidate for ...

One part roof shingle and one part solar panel, solar shingles combine the appearance of traditional roofing materials with the ability to generate renewable electricity. Although solar shingle ...

A new solar shingle, launched at CES 2022, is installed with just a nail gun. Here's why it could be a big deal. What would you say to faster, easier and dramatically cheaper installation of your ...