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 ...

Johnathan C. Brewer II is a licensed general contractor specializing in kitchen, bath remodels and general construction with two decades of professional experience. He is also the owner of Brewer ...

This begs the question—should you just replace the roof entirely and start from scratch? Here, we spoke with construction and ...

Q–My house has an asphalt shingle roof that is seven years old and still in good condition. However, during a recent wind storm several shingles were damaged and one was blown away entirely. I would ...

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Your biggest challenge installing a roof yourself will be the physical aspect of the job. It's hard work under the best conditions. It's unbearable work if you have ...

Roof repairs are to homeownership what good nutrition is to overall health — a necessary component of keeping things in working order. They may not be the most glamorous projects, but they are ...