Roofing Planning
Prepare for your next roofing project by discovering our planning ideas & tips.
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All About Metal Roofs
It’s hard to top the looks and longevity that come with a metal roof. Here's what you need to know before putting one on your own home.
Fixing Ice Dams on a Roof
Home technology expert Ross Trethewey helps a homeowner solve an ice dam issue with smart insulation practices that also improve the home’s efficiency.
Is Your Roof Ready for Winter?
If you don’t take care of problems with your roof before the cold weather arrives, those issues can worsen over time, creating an even more expensive roofing headache in the spring. Here’s what you need to know to prepare your roof for winter.
How To Add a Second Floor To Your Existing House
Adding onto your home can be a great investment. Our guide walks you through how to add a second floor to an existing house the right way.
How To Build a Low-Maintenance Home
There’s no such thing as a maintenance-free house, but there are ways to decrease your regular maintenance. Here's what you need to know.
The Benefits of Installing GAF Roof Shingles on Your Home
Learn what makes a shingle easy to install and take a look at TOH's Cape Ann Project House as an example of these shingles in action.
GAF HDZ™ Shingles Engineered for Accuracy Installed at the Cape Ann Project House
This Old House’s Cape Ann Project requires more than 6,000 square feet of roofing. Watch as we demonstrate how GAF’s Timberline® HDZ™ roofing shingles provide LayerLock™ technology and a wider strike zone, allowing shingles to be installed 30% faster and more accurately than standard shingles.
Photoshop Redo: Dressing Up a Cookie-Cutter Ranch
Facade improvements, including a new roof and porch, give a simple one-story house an elegant new look
12 Fall Fix-Ups That Pay You Back
Save yourself thousands in future repair, maintenance, and energy costs by not leaving these minor problems to get out of hand
Fire-Resistant Roofing and Siding
Wrap your home's exterior with these naturally non-combustible and fabricated fire-resistant materials
Gables
The triangle formed by two sloping roof planes is a defining characteristic for a house. Take a look at some striking examples of the form these end walls can take.
Cupolas
Cupolas sit atop a roof ridge and bring light and air into a dark attic space. Check out a few here that also bring style to their rooflines.
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.
A Comprehensive Guide to Roofing and Siding Installation
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how he installs roofing and siding in this educational, step-by-step guide.
Building a Flat Roof Right
Here's how the pros construct one so it stays tight and tight.
3 Types of Flat Roofs: Pros and Cons
Which roof type is best for your property? We break down the three main options to help you make an informed decision.
Adding an Eyebrow to Your Roof
Eyebrow windows can dramatically improve your home's look and thermal performance. Learn all about this unique window style.
Choosing Roofing Materials
From asphalt shingles to wood shakes to clay tiles, here are the many options available for the topside of your home.
How to Install a Drip Edge on Your Roof
Learn more about protecting your fascia with a sheet-metal or plastic drip edge from the This Old House experts.