Gable and hip roofs are two common styles you'll see on homes, but do you know the difference? The main distinguishing feature is how many sloped roof sections the house has and how the ends are ...

Q: We are contemplating a new roof on our 35-year-old home (2,900 square feet), which currently has a hip roof. We have received two different opinions. One roofer recommends no ridge vent and wants ...

Q: My house has a hip roof with a large chimney at the end of the house. No matter how much goop I put on the roof at the chimney, it always leaks after a year or two. Can you help me? A: What you ...

Roof styles have gone through a lot of significant changes over the years. Who can forget the 1950s contemporary houses that sported flat roofs? Then there were “Cape Cods” with the doghouse dormers ...

Gable or hip? If you're planning to build or renovate, understanding the difference between these two roof types. Learn which roof fits your style, budget, and climate best!

The roof is a major design element of your house. But let’s not forget its primary purpose: To protect you and your belongings from rain, wind and weather in general. Whether you’re building a new ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Everyone knows how crucial a roof is to a home - not only do they protect us from all types of weather conditions but they keep us dry and protect us from extreme ...

Revival styles, especially the picturesque styles like Tudor, English Cottage and French Eclectic, permitted Americans to experience central Europe without a passport. Identified as another ...

Installation or replacement of a flat roof is easy and inexpensive compared to other roof styles, because this basic style requires the least amount of labor and the smallest amount of roofing ...