Roofing Maintenance
Our roofing maintenance tips can help you keep your home cost efficient, safe & cozy.
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How To Prepare Your Roof for Winter to Keep the Elements Out
Winter is coming, and your roof should be in tip-top shape before cold weather arrives. Here's what you can do to prepare.
Best Sealants for Roof Leaks of 2024
Sealants cover roof leaks and protect the remaining area from water and sunlight damage. To learn more about preserving your roof, read our review on the best roof sealants.
Common Roof Problems and How To Fix Them With Common Tools
Roof issues such as leaks, damaged shingles, and faulty flashing can be expensive hassles. Learn how to spot and fix these common problems in our step-by-step guide.
Home Inspection Nightmares | Untamed Roof
The Ask This Old House crew share more Home Inspection Nightmares with Kevin O’Connor including some wild growth on a roof and chimney and an over-caulked plumbing fix.
Home Warranty Roof Leak Coverage
Are roof leaks covered under a home warranty? Keep reading to learn about home warranty roof coverage and how to protect your roof over the long-term.
Getting Algae Off My Roof
Roof algae looks unsightly and can cause severe damage. Read more about how to spot, treat, and prevent it from the This Old House experts.
Common Drip Edge Installation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Installing a new drip edge to protect your roof? Learn how to avoid common mistakes with This Old House general contractor Tom Silva.
How to Treat and Prevent Ice Dams
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva explains the best ways to keep your roof and gutters free from those dreaded ice dams
How to Install Ice-Melting Roof Cables
Master electrician for Ask This Old House Scott Caron helps a homeowner install heat cables on his roof to stop ice dams
How to Patch a Leaking Rubber Roof
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva repairs a leaking flat roof with a new, long-lasting patch
How to Prevent Ice Dams
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to super-insulate an attic
How to Fix a Leaking Rooftop Vent Pipe
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to create a watertight seal around a vent pipe.
How to Get Rid of Ice Dams
Ice dams can wreck your gutters and roofing and cause interior water damage. Learn how to stop and prevent ice dams from our experts.
Roof Soffit Repair: Advice From a Pro
Need a soffit replacement? Here are pro-approved steps on how to rebuild your water-damaged roof edge, fascia included.
How to Reshingle a Roof
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows how to replace an asphalt-shingle roof
How to Remove Roof Moss
In this how-to video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shares tips for keeping a roof free of moss and mold
Emergency Roof Protection
What to do in the event your roof gets gored
Fast Fixes for Ice Dams
Read these quick tips to help prevent ice dams before the snow even falls.
Some Commonsense Rules for Maintaining a Flat Roof
Flat roofs demand more attention than pitched roofs, but depending on your situation, flat might be the better bet.
Wright House, Wrong Roof
High-tech solutions for the architect's notoriously leaky design at Wingspread
How To Repair and Replace Roof Shingles for Your Home
From spotting damage early to using the right tools and materials, find out how to tackle common roof issues and when to call a professional.
Quick Ice Dam Cure
A temporary solution is better than none
Leakproof Flashing
Surefire ways to keep water from getting in around your chimney