The need for roofs is universal. No matter where or how you live, having a roof over your head is vital to protect you from the elements and give you a secure home. If you own your roof–or, rather, ...

Millions of flat commercial roofs around the world are currently unable to support the weight of a conventional rooftop solar array, squandering significant clean energy potential. Beamreach Solar has ...

If you have a flat roof on your house, a deck can provide a relaxing outdoor space—and add value to your home. Outdoor space is always a good thing in a home. No matter how nice your interiors are, ...

When it comes to sustainability, there’s often a focus on new buildings, but it’s important to remember that 80 percent of the buildings, in the UK, that will be in use in 2050 have already been built ...

A popular question we hear over and over again is "Why can't we use shingles on our flat roof?" The answer is simple. Shingles are not waterproof. When installed correctly they form a water tight ...

Flat roof extensions can often offer the best design solution for many different types of house extension. Simple, discreet and not adding extra height to your overall plans, they can also be more ...

Installing a tile roof can cost anywhere from $8,000 to $90,000 depending on the roof’s size and style, but most homeowners will pay around $28,000 for a new tile roof, including labor and materials.

We are designing a pitched roof for our 1950s-era home that has an almost-flat torch-down roof. We want to update the look and get a better roofing system. The engineer and construction company are ...

The green-fingered outdoor enthusiasts of the UK have been urged to get outside and turn their roof green this summer. According to the experts, green roofs help tackle the effects of climate change - ...

The green-fingered outdoor enthusiasts of the UK have been urged to get outside and turn their roof green this summer. According to the experts, green roofs help tackle the effects of climate change - ...

Once a preserve of the Coastal people due to Arabic influence, flat-roofed houses seem to be gaining traction in mainland Kenya. The roof design characteristic of Egyptian, Persian and Arabian ...