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 ...

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 ...

Ginny Bartolone began writing DIY and home improvement guides nearly 10 years ago, covering everything from energy-efficient appliances to cracked foundations. Whether she's compiling cost information ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Dr. Nafeesah Allen is a multilingual communications strategist and global real estate investor with nearly 15 years of experience. She began writing about home improvement and design over four years ...