The Biopaver system design for streets, developed by Joe Hagerman, merges pollutant-filtering plants with paver stones/bricks and this same process has been adapted to make rooftops environmentally sound in the public, private, and community sectors. These Biopaver–type shingles are simpler to ins…

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Many Florida residents that have come from the North are surprised by the idea of roof cleaning - and even more surprised by the fact that many communities here in Florida require it. Reasons for cleaning include aesthetics, property values, energy efficiency, and increased longevity of the ro…

There is never a structure you will find that lacks a roof; it is an essential part of the house or building. It plays a very important role of providing protection and shelter much like the walls. It must be sturdy and durable yet stylish. Many a structure is defined by their roofs. They could be m…

By Paul Bianchina
There are many styles of homes that employ vaulted ceilings - ceilings that angle up from below with no accessible attic above them - in order to increase the feeling of openness and interior space. It’s a beautiful look, but no attic space above to insulate and incorrect constr…

(NAPS) - A common misperception among consumers and even some home builders is that tile roofs are only suitable for warmer climates. Meanwhile, history and a growing body of research have demonstrated that tile can weather any climate and can be used virtually anywhere in the world. The only va…

Fiberglass Asphalt Shingle

Has a base mat of glass fibers covered with ceramic-coated mineral granules.
Some types may use a polyester or fiberglass blend for the base mat.
An inorganic shingle.
Features a better fire rating and often has a longer warranty than other types of shingles.
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By Bill & Kevin Burnett
Q: I own a sweet little cedar house on the gulf coast of Mississippi, and it’s time for a new roof.

I love metal roofs. I have a friend who has done a lot of shingle jobs, and he has agreed to replace the roof for a good price - if I work with him. But he has no exp…

Dear Barry,

My home has a flat roof that causes the interior to become unbearably hot (as high as 95 degrees) during the summer months. The air conditioner runs all day but can’t keep up with the heat absorbed by the roof. A roofing contractor has recommended white rocks or white paint to refl…

If the time has come to invest in a new roof, it might be worth taking a close look at metal roofing as an option. Metal roofing is far more attractive than you might think and is available in a surprising number of colors and patterns. And while it is a more expensive option than many other typ…

Does anyone even know what cupolas are, anymore? As a matter of fact, yes. Designers and savvy home owners are very up on these “roof jewels�, as they’re known. And besides being pleasing to the eye, cupolas - in modern architecture, as in old - serve a function: ventilation.

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