Roofing DIY

Inspired by classic north woods cabins, this cedar screen house is the perfect summer hangout. Complete plans and detailed how-to photos show everything.

Round, flat, thin, durable and uniform in both shape and size ... it is no wonder more than one person has thought to turn old vinyl records and music CDs into a new (not to mention bright and variegated!) material for tiling rooftops. For better or worse, these are apt to stand out a bit more t ...

How to Repair a Leaking Roof. The roof is literally at the top of any homeowner's maintenance list, and they're subject to lots of wear and tear. Fortunately, you can mend minor issues without the help of a professional. Once you've...

Prep now for common household disasters you may (unfortunately) encounter

We simulated the damage of a tree falling on a roof by dropping a piano from a crane. Such an accident can cause major structural damage. Consult a professional if there are any reframing needs due to building codes.

Green roofs are all the rage right now but why should we humans have all the fun? In this Weekend Project you will learn how to make a removable, plantable roof addition to a standard cedar birdhouse. Adorable. My husband is a hobbyist woodworker. Lucky me, right? And since we were talking about setting up ... Read More about Green Roof Birdhouse Tutorial

How to Repair a Leaking Roof. The roof is literally at the top of any homeowner's maintenance list, and they're subject to lots of wear and tear. Fortunately, you can mend minor issues without the help of a professional. Once you've...

The photo here shows what we found at a clients home the morning after straight line winds came through with a strong storm. She called us and said " I think a…

For Videos and instructions on replacing all types of common roof tile or roof slate see here... http://www.fixmyroof.co.uk/replace-roof-tiles-slates/ This V...