What’s the Difference Between a Skylight and a Sun Tunnel?
Natural lighting has the power to make a home feel brighter, warmer and more inviting. Whether you're looking to cut down on ...
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Gambrel Roofs Explained: Pros, Costs & Surprising Things Most People Miss
What Is a Gambrel Roof and Why Do People Choose It?
A gambrel roof is easily recognized by its two distinct slopes on each s...
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What is the Rake Edge of a Roof?
The rake edge is the sloped edge of a roof that runs from the eave (the lower horizontal edge) all the way up to the ridge (t...
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A Step-By-Step Guide to Cleaning Mold from Your Roof
Black streaks or green moss on your roof aren’t just an eyesore, they can shorten your roof’s lifespan if ignored.
Wha...
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What is a Mansard Style Roof? Pros, Cons, and Modern Uses
A mansard roof has four sides, each with two distinct slopes" a nearly vertical lower slope and a gentler upper slope. This d...
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Roof Cooling Techniques for Hot Texas Summers
Roof Cooling Techniques: A Texas Homeowner's Guide
Texas summers don't relent. Between mid-May and late September, attic t...
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Types of Roof Sheathing
Pull the shingles and underlayment off any house and you reach the sheathing: the flat layer of panels nailed across the raft...
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Roof Truss Types: A Homeowner’s Guide
When it comes to building or fixing up a roof, most folks don’t give much thought to what’s holding it up—until somethi...
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What is a Roof Truss?
A truss roof is like the backbone of a building’s hat. It’s a pre-built framework made of triangles—strong, lightweight...
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The Many Faces of Pitched Roof Types
Pitched Roof Types: Shapes, Slopes, and What Works in Texas
Search "pitched roof types" and you'll see the same article on...
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What is Solar Flashing?
Solar flashing is essential for rooftop solar installations, ensuring that the areas where mounting hardware penetrates the r...
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Different Types of Metal Roofing Sealant
Metal roofing is built to last, but even the toughest metal needs a reliable sealant to keep it watertight. In a place like T...
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Porch Roof Ideas for Your Next Project
When it comes to home improvement, one area often overlooked is the porch roof. But in reality, a well-designed porch roof ca...
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