After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

In this video, I tackle the roofing installation on my shed after a less-than-stellar temporary roofing job. I complete the waterproofing steps by applying house-wrap and securing the roof ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A worker installing metal roofing - Sutiporn Somnam/Getty Images If you live in an area with extreme weather, or you just happen ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Upgrading a home's roof is something most homeowners must face at one time or another, but aside from the upfront cost, it can be ...

One of the most vital and nerve-wracking aspects of homeownership is roof maintenance. At some point, patching leaks and replacing shingles gets old. In fact, the average roof only lasts about 20 ...

We had a tree fall on the house recently. For the most part, it was only a glancing blow; however, a large section of the upper trunk broke off and penetrated the roof, giving my son an impromptu ...

I’m in the process of installing a metal roof over an outside deck. My rafters are in place, and now I’m getting ready to purchase and install my flashing and sheathing. I was planning on putting ...

ANGIE'S LIST -- When it's time for a new roof, homeowners opt for asphalt shingles, the most common type of roofing material, but many roofing contractors also offer durable metal roofs. Angie's List, ...

Q: I have a small house, and it needs a new roof. I can’t afford to hire a roofer. My house has shingles on it, and I can walk on the roof with little difficulty. I’ve never installed roof shingles.

Question: I’m in the process of installing a metal roof over an outside deck. My rafters are in place, and now I’m getting ready to purchase and install my flashing and sheathing. I was planning on ...