Exterior Home Repair

The unsightly ice dams and icicles manifest as a common roof maintenance problem that many homeowners struggle with in the winter. If ignored, an ice dam build up on your roof can cause...

Rubber sleeve pipe flashing is used to create a seal for the pipes that go through the roof for venting rooms such as bathrooms and kitchens. Caulking the pipe flashing provides a barrier that...

Rain gutters' primary function is to move water away from structures. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in its summary of recommendations for constructing moisture...

Fungus thrives in damp, dark conditions. Roofs that receive little sunlight due to thick foliage overhang often develop fungus very quickly. Fungus is easily removed from non-porous surfaces with...

Mounting a TV antenna affords you many choices. Placing your antenna on the ground, chimney, or roof each has pros and cons. Mounting an antenna is not a difficult task and with a few tips, you...

When accidents happen, the results can be disastrous. Maybe a tree fell over in a storm and popped a hole in the roof, or that roof repair turned out to be faulty and you need to get it fixed. The...

Working on a roof can be dangerous and every precaution needs to be taken to ensure your safety. This is especially true on steep roofs. At times there is a need to use a ladder to reach areas on...

Copper develops a protective light green patina over time when it is left outside. This is why the Statue of Liberty, for example, is green rather than bright copper in color. The patina is...

Roofs come in all kinds of shapes, but have common characteristics that make finding the square footage a relatively straightforward task. Nearly all roofs are made up of a collection of...

Copper roofs are energy efficient and beautiful, but bird droppings can stain and discolor this brilliant metal. In order to remove bird droppings, you must be careful because copper is soft and...

Cedar shakes, whether in the form of siding or roofing, make a beautiful addition to any home. Not only does it look attractive, cedar has a natural durability, standing up to wind, rain, cold and...

Your roof works with siding and other components to protect your home's internal parts from serious invasive elements. A roof must endure cold, heat, rain, snow, sleet, ice and strong winds....

They may not be the most expensive investment you make in your home, but good gutters can prevent a number of other, more costly problems from arising. Quality gutters, when maintained properly,...

Moss often is found growing on roofs made of all sorts of material including wood, asphalt, clay, etc. Moss especially loves damp climates and areas with heavy rainfall, or on roofs that are well...

Wind damage to your home with water running inside, inusrance company wanting higher deductible, and even the government getting involved. How to do the best for yourself, read on...

Tin roofing is an economical, long-lasting roofing material that is easy to install. The affordability of tin roofing makes it a great choice of roof material for pole buildings and sheds. The...

Noticing curled or damaged shingles on your roof can cause some people to immediately begin to see dollar signs as this can be a costly repair when calling a service person. Here is what you need...

A clogged exterior drain vent can cause serious problems for your home's plumbing and drainage. Often, the cause of the problem is poor placement of the drain or animal deposits. In any case, a...

A patio is a gathering place of friends and family for outdoor activities and events. Barbecues and horseshoes will draw your guests to sit on the patio and cool off on a warm summer day. A roof...

Roof heat tapes are installed on roofs in northern climates with heavy snowfall. The snow can melt during the day at the roofs peaks and refreeze at night on the eaves. This refreezing causes an...

I am writing this article because so many times I see the weekend home owner set up a ladder to work on their house and it scares me to death. I will give you all the mathematical formula on how...

This article will show how to shovel snow off a roof from the ground.

Metal roofing shingles are extremely popular because they require next to no maintenance. If you've never set foot on your roof, they will still last for years, as long as they were installed...

Although many homeowners may not give much thought to the roof above their head, it is part of the home that must be carefully cared for. A roof is a costly investment that can be damaged over...

Roof stains, which are often black or green, are usually caused by mildew growing on the shingles. Bird droppings can also soak into shingles and discolor them. Luckily, you can remove both types...

A tile roof adds class and charm to a house but can get broken or cracked in time. When you need to make a repair on the roof, it's best to avoid walking across the tile whenever possible. Gutters...

Clogged gutters can cause many problems, so every year they have to be cleaned. Of course, the problem is that the cleaning usually requires a tall ladder and a good sense of balance. To avoid an...

According to the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, hail causes more than $1.6 billion worth of damage in an average year to residential roofs in the United States, making it, year in and year out,...

Porch columns can add a majestic look to your porch, but they are also there for a reason. Porch columns support the weight of your porch roof so that rain and snow won't bring it down on top of...

Prices for professional installation of rubber roofing can be rather expensive. That's because it can be labor intensive and time consuming, especially for one person. That being said you can...

Measure around your home on the edge of roof peaks. All level edges of your roof will have gutters attached to them. Take this measurement and purchase 8 percent to 12 percent more feet of gutters...

Need to get way up there to paint underneath that soffet, or hang some new siding? Skip the trips up and down the ladder and make your own safe, and cheap, scaffolding. With a sturdy pump jack...

Moss looks pretty on a roof top but it will ruin your roofing shingles over time. Here is the method I use to kill and remove moss from an asphalt shingled roof.

Downspouts are commonly used to direct the rain that falls on the roof of a house away from the house. When rain falls on a roof, it drips down into gutters and is shunted to downspouts which are...

For rain gutters to smoothly and effectively funnel rainwater into a downspout and away from a structure, they must be pitched properly. While many guttering problems are related to clogs, leaks...

Brand new wood shingles and siding clapboards sometimes look too new for their owners. Many homeowners prefer the look of well-weathered, aged wood. If you're among them, you can get the same look...

The exterior of your house is what is seen when you go out in your yard, as you pull into your driveway, and when guests arrive. You should love the look of the exterior of the house you live in....

The hardest thing about replacing broken or lost shingles on your roof is staying safe. The actual job is really straight-forward.

Once winter gets underway, maintenance or repairs are a homeowner’s nightmare. But by preparing for potential problems while weather is still amenable for pleasant work hours or accessible...

Cement roofing is actually one of the easiest forms of roofing to repair. They are also some of the most durable and lasting roof types available for use today. A cement roof is usually made up of...

Pantile roofing has been around for along time and has approved quality. Pantile roofing is an open gauge interlocking clay tile that was designed to make a natural clay roof more affordable....

Attic heat can sear to blistering levels during the late spring, summer, and early fall depending where you live. Some homes have thermostatic controlled gable fans. Some have none. One of the...

Building a storage shed is the perfect solution to protect outdoor items that may be damaged during inclement weather. How you will proceed depends upon whether you want to assemble a...

Do you have a metal roof? Do you want that roof to last for many, many years? More than likely your answer to that question is yes. Putting on a new roof is not only a costly job, it is a huge...

Building a storage shed is the perfect solution to protect outdoor items that may be damaged during inclement weather. How you will proceed depends upon whether you want to assemble a...

A roof that looses its waterproof integrity can cause a great deal of problems for the building. The area of the roof around the leak begins to rot as well as the area under the leak inside the...

Maintaining your chimney can prevent major problems, including a leaky roof, and expenses down the road. Follow these steps to determine whether your chimney is cracked and needs repair.

It's very possible for a roof to be covered with fungi. This is especially true for roofs that spend a lot of time under wet leaves or with areas that have standing water. Fungus can easily start...

If your existing asphalt shingles are15 to 20 years old or you live in an area with extremes of weather, it may be time for you to consider a new roof. In addition to the age of your roof, other...

When a large amount of snow accumulates on a roof, heat loss from insufficient insulation and poor attic ventilation can melt the snow from the underside. As the water reaches the roof edge, where...