In the home--as in life--it's often the little things that matter. And it's amazing how many small structural things can go wrong around your house. Whether it's the front-door lock that won't let you ...

Damaged roof shingles may not seem like a big deal but lead to costly issues if left untreated. Learn how to repair or ...

Q I have been getting estimates to replace the roof on our home. Some don't want to remove the shingles while others say they will not place new shingles over the old ones. The prices are several ...

Choosing a new roofing material can be tough. It’s an expensive home update, and the variety of residential options for asphalt and metal can be a challenge to navigate. With about 5 million U.S.

Roof replacements are something of a rite of passage for homeowners. Determining whether the roof needs replaced or just ...

Now there’s another option: an entire solar roof. Solar roofs are composed of solar shingles that can fit over existing shingles or be installed on their own. So the energy-harvesting ability is baked ...

Replacing the roof is probably the house renovation project that homeowners most dread. And with good reason: It’s one of the most expensive, typically ranging between $5,755 and $12,498 according to ...

In her eight years as a content writer and researcher, Alison has published more than 450 home improvement articles and has delved into nearly every topic, including solar, moving and landscaping. In ...