We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When the skies open and the rains descend, it's not just the integrity of your roofing materials that defends your home from becoming a newly ...

Asphalt, wood shakes, slate and other overlapped roofings are fine until they meet an obstruction. Up against a dormer, a vent pipe, a chimney, they need flashing — a patchwork of metal sheets, and ...

Have you ever noticed a small water stain on your ceiling or walls after a storm? Or maybe you’ve found a mysterious damp spot near your windows, or heard a strange drip-drip sound coming from the ...

The space where the roof and wall meet is critical—and kick-out flashing is an essential element in preventing water damage to the home. Here’s a look at kick-out flashing and what contractors must ...

Q. I had a home built this year and decided to have it inspected. The inspector found a problem with the “counter flashings,” which he said were improperly installed. The metal flashings are on the ...

Roof installation is one of the most significant home improvement projects a homeowner can undertake. A well-installed roof offers essential protection, increases property value, and enhances the home ...