You rarely think about your roof until it starts to leak, but once that drip invades your happy home, its importance becomes obvious—as does the fact that replacing a roof is an expensive proposition.

As a homeowner, having water leak through your roof and ceiling is a frustrating dilemma. Should you try to repair the roof leak yourself or call a professional? If you have a tile roof, the fixes ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Look at the pros and cons when deciding about roof repairs. You’ll want to weigh savings versus time to determine which is the best fit for you. Dreamstime/TNS A new roof is an expensive endeavor.

Have you ever noticed a small water stain on your ceiling or walls after a storm? Or maybe you’ve found a mysterious damp spot near your windows, or heard a strange drip-drip sound coming from the ...

It's been said that "the shelter of excuses has a leaky roof." But even if your home's roof isn't leaky, don't lean on weak excuses to avoid roof inspection, maintenance and repair; the pros agree.

Your roof is important. It protects you from the elements, helps to keep your home warm in the winter (and cold in the summer), and is a key piece of your home. Roofs are expensive, sure, but when it ...

Roof replacement and repair are necessary when you own a home. Roofs bear the worst of the elements—sun, rain, and physical impact. Roof repairs and maintenance can extend the life of a roof. But if ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Replacing a roof is a major home improvement project and one of the most significant expenses a homeowner will face. The total cost can vary greatly ...

If a roof has weakened areas, it can pose a risk to anyone that is working on top of the home and can be targeted by invasive ...

Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...