Roof
The condition of your roof affects the safety of your home. Learn all about your roof and roofing materials and repairs—plus when to hire an expert for roof repair or replacement.
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How to Clean Gutters From the Ground
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Hip Roof vs. Gable Roof: What’s the Difference?
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3 Types of Roof Underlayments and How to Choose
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Ridge Vent vs. Attic Fan: Which Do You Need?
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How to Install a Chimney Cap
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How to Eliminate Roof Moss
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How to Repair a Hole in a Metal Roof System
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Pros and Cons of Tile Roofing
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How to Install a Ridge Vent on a Shingled Roof
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How to Get Rid of and Prevent Ice Dams
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What to Know About House Eaves and Roof Eaves
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Guide to Roof Pitch and Roofing Materials
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12 Types of Roofing Materials and Their Costs
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12 Things to Know About Metal Roofing
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Rolled Roofing: Basics, Costs, & Self-Installation
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Options for Repairing Flat Roofs on Mobile Homes
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Different Types of Flat Roof Material Options
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The Basics of Roofing Replacement
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Roof Materials Rated for Longevity, Durability, and Cost
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Closed Valley vs. Open Valley Roofs: What's the Difference
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Best Roofing Companies
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What Is a Roof Ridge?
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What a Chimney Flue Is—and Why It's Needed
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Best Shed Roofing Materials
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The Merits and Drawbacks of Metal Roofs
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How to Build a Porch Roof
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How to Install Architectural Shingles
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How to Repair a Rubber EPDM Roof
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10 Types of Rain Gutters and How to Choose One
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How to Install Step Flashing On Your Roof
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Pros and Cons of Flat Roofing Systems
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Asphalt Shingles Review: Pros, Cons, and Cost
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How to Install Heat Cable on Your Roof
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Slate Roof Review: Pros, Cons, and Costs
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Sustainable Roofing Materials: What to Know
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Standing Seam Metal Roofing: Know Before You Buy
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How to Replace a Broken Slate Roof Tile
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How to Select the Best Roof Shingle Material for Your Home
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How to Repair a Built-Up Asphalt Flat Roof
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How to Replace Asphalt Shingles
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Save Money and Resources by Painting Your Roof White
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How to Prevent Ice Dams With Insulation Baffles
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Definition of Roof Scupper