Roofing & Gutters
Protect your home exterior with expert roofing and gutter guides. Discover repair tips, material comparisons, drainage solutions, and replacement costs
The One-Morning Gutter Tune-Up That Prevents Basement Water
A seasonal gutter maintenance routine: safe ladder work, clearing and flushing, resealing end caps and seams, correcting pitch, and extending downspouts.
Replace Damaged Asphalt Shingles Safely, One Tab at a Time
A step-by-step guide to replacing wind-torn or cracked asphalt shingles: breaking the seal, pulling eight nails, nailing on the line, and hand-sealing.
Install a Tubular Skylight in a Single Afternoon
A step-by-step guide to installing a tubular daylighting device: finding a clear rafter bay, cutting the roof and ceiling, flashing the dome, and assembling the reflective tube.
Install a Curb-Mounted Skylight With a Flashing Kit
A step-by-step guide to cutting in a curb-mounted skylight on an asphalt roof: rafter layout, building the curb, step flashing, and finishing the shaft.
Read a Roofing Quote Like a Builder Before You Sign
A step-by-step guide to decoding roofing estimates: tear-off versus overlay, underlayment, flashing line items, decking allowances, and what to prep yourself.
Asphalt, Metal, or Tile: Choose Your Roof by Decades Per Dollar
A step-by-step guide to picking your next roof: how climate, slope, structure, and cost per year of service decide between asphalt, metal, and tile.
Reseal Chimney Flashing Before It Stains Your Ceiling
A step-by-step guide to resealing chimney flashing: reading the two-layer system, cleaning the reglet joint, choosing the right sealant, and when to call a pro.