How many types of roofing materials are available?
Published on March 23, 2020
For residential applications, most roofing materials come in shingles, roof tiles, or membranes (flat roofs). The base material for these options depends...
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How to change a pitched roof to a flat roof?
Updated on May 28, 2026
Although not as popular as a sloped roof structure, flat roofs offer a certain aesthetic that some homeowners adore. Popular throughout Europe, flat roofs...
How does rainwater drain from a skyscraper with a flat roof?
Published on February 25, 2020
Ever walk around a major city during a rainstorm and wonder why water doesn’t just come cascading down from the top of skyscrapers? The roofs are flat...
What are the requirements for roof construction?
Published on February 18, 2020
Other than certain size sheds or decks, almost everything that’s built in the state of Washington has to go through a permitting process. This involves...
What are common flat roofing problems?
Published on February 11, 2020
Mostly found on manufacturing or other commercial building roofs, there are still a small number of residential homes that utilize a flat roof. Found throughout...
Flat Roof House Design
Published on January 14, 2020
Flat Roofs Although flat roofs have been used throughout the centuries, they are considered a relatively new, stylish look for residential homes in the...
Roof Flashing Installation
Published on January 7, 2020
Why Roof Flashing is Important for your Home Roof flashing is an important part of protecting your roof from leakage. It acts as a diverter between roof...
Causes of Roof Leaks
Published on December 31, 2019
As roofing materials become more advanced, residential roofs are lasting longer and longer. But at some point, especially in wet climates like the Pacific...
How should I protect my roof while I am waiting for repairs?
Updated on December 2, 2025
It’s not a very pleasant discovery. You could be sitting down to dinner and an unexpected drop of water lands on the table. You may not have noticed...
What will a new roof replacement cost?
Published on November 18, 2019
There are roofing materials that will last 50, 60, even 100 years or more with proper maintenance. However, if your home was built before the turn of the...