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 ...

Weather events are another common cause of roof damage. High winds, hail, and falling branches can loosen shingles, dent ...

Expensive repairs? Find a warranty to cover future costs. Roof leaks are a common repair, but they may be caused by a number of different issues with the roof, from storm damage to just old age.

Replacing a few shingles can quickly repair a leaking roof. If your roof hasn’t leaked yet, it probably will someday. But there’s no need to panic. It’s easier to repair a leaking roof than you might ...

Q: I was looking at my roof and I noticed a dark streak where two roofs meet and form a valley. I had a contractor friend check the shingles and he said I had a couple of years left before the roof ...

There is a small leak from the asphalt roll garage roof. It's not very old, so I prefer to just repair it. How can I locate to leak and fix it? — Mindy F. Dear Mindy: Although a flat roll roof is more ...

Are the singles on your home worn out or discolored? It may be time to replace it, but how do you find the right company for the job? Legacy Roofing and Restorations says the most efficient way to ...

If you have noticed splits, tears or cracks in the asphalt shingle roof on your house, you probably know the roof is at or near the end of its reliable life. But it may not be just an old roof – it ...

A leaky roof is a terrifying thing. Even though it’s not likely to hurt us – unless it’s leaking really badly, or has been for a long time – a leak can still do an incredible amount of damage. If you ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...