The first layer on top of the plywood or OSB roof deck is underlayment. For this, we chose a self-healing ice-and-water membrane to protect the shallow-pitched roof deck. The tricky part in laying the ...

Metal roof installation techniques vary greatly depending on the fastening system selected. For single skin roofing, there are three different fastening systems to consider: concealed, exposed and ...

Although it’s been around for centuries, metal roofing has become increasingly popular in the last 20 years. Metal roofs come without the usual mess and cleanup that comes with asphalt-type products.

Fabral is a leader in the metal cladding industry for residential, light commercial, and agricultural applications. Installing a metal roof requires careful planning and execution to achieve optimal ...

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 ...

Metal and shingle roofs are common options for residential buildings. Metal roofs are typically made of large sheets of steel ...

Shingle roofs are generally less expensive and easier to install than metal roofs, but metal roofs are more durable and last much longer. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are ...

Why choose a metal roof when retrofitting your building? According to Mark James, a former independent roofing consultant and, more recently, general manager of Houston-based MBCI NuRoof Retrofit ...