Roofing
Emergency Roof Protection
What to do in the event your roof gets gored
Roof Shapes
From gable to shed to barn-shaped, discover the different types of roof designs that give each house its distinct character.
Roofing Materials
If you're building a new house or re-roofing an existing one, your choice of materials will have an enormous impact on the look of your home as well as on your bank account.
12 Types of Dormer Roofs
Here are the different types of dormers that have been designed over the years to let in light and add more space to attics.
From the Ground Up: Roofing and Siding
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how he installs roofing and siding to keep a house buttoned up and dry.
Fast Fixes for Ice Dams
Read these quick tips to help prevent ice dams before the snow even falls.
Building a Flat Roof Right
Here's how the pros construct one so it stays tight and tight.
Some Commonsense Rules for Maintaining a Flat Roof
Flat roofs demand more attention than pitched roofs, but depending on your situation, flat might be the better bet.
3 Types of Flat Roofs
New flat roofing options are appearing. They wear better than older material, but they cost more, too.
Wright House, Wrong Roof
High-tech solutions for the architect's notoriously leaky design at Wingspread
Adding an Eyebrow to Your Roof
They might not be the most inexpensive home improvement project you'll ever attempt. But eyebrow windows can dramatically improve the look of your home
How to Fix Damaged Roof Shingles
We share step-by-step instructions for the three most common asphalt-shingle repairs.
Former Dormers Revived
Putting back these "little houses" wasn't a simple task, but it's had a transformative effect on the Manchester project.
Quick Ice Dam Cure
A temporary solution is better than none
Choosing Roofing Materials
From asphalt shingles to wood shakes to clay tiles, here are the many options available for the topside of your home.
A Goof-Proof Roof
The Charlestown roof boasts a blend of old and new methods that respect the building's historic character and as well as its budget
What to Consider When Buying Skylights
Even a small skylight can make a big difference in a dark room.
A Roof with a View
When demolition and renovation begin to overwhelm, Dan and Heather retreat to the roof to keep their dream in sight.
Leakproof Flashing
Surefire ways to keep water from getting in around your chimney
Roof Drip Edge Installation
Protect your fascia with a sheet-metal drip edge.
How to Determine Roof Pitch
Here’s how to measure and calculate roof pitch from inside your attic.