To keep the inside of your home dry while you tackle re-shingling the roof, you need to strip off the old shingles and then re-cover that portion of the roof with a waterproof membrane, traditional ...

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) released an updated version of its technical manual “Good Application Makes a Good Roof Better – A Simplified Guide.” The manual outlines ...

Pry, chisel and scrape off old metal flashings and roofing cement. Before you do anything, get your ladder, roof brackets and safety harness set up so you can work safely and efficiently on the roof.

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson installs a roof over old shingles using an easy DIY method for weatherproof protection.

Roofing might seem like a relatively easy DIY project, but there's a lot that goes into what goes over your head. There are ...

About 75% of the roofs in North America are covered with some kind of asphalt shingles. That’s a testament to the fact that asphalt offers a good compromise between attractive appearance, ease of ...

Look at the pros and cons when deciding about roof repairs. You’ll want to weigh savings versus time to determine which is the best fit for you. Dreamstime/TNS A new roof is an expensive endeavor.