Q: Several years ago we replaced our worn shake roof with a new, expensive composition roof. Now we are suffocating in the summer. Wood does not conduct heat. Wood shakes are also individual pieces ...

When it came time to replace the roof on their house in Seattle’s Crown Hill neighborhood, Jeff and Kim Carlson made a popular decision — they stayed with composite shingles. “Contractors brought up a ...

Navigating the many types of roofing materials can feel overwhelming, with a myriad of options promising durability, aesthetics, and energy efficiency. Your roof is more than just a protective shield, ...

DaVinci Roofscapes has introduced a 12-inch-wide polyethylene composite slate roofing tile called Province Slate that it said offers a timeless beauty for both historic and modern projects. The tile, ...

Brazilian company Planefibra has launched Planemax, an opaque roofing panel made from glass fibre reinforced polymer composite (GRP).The product has been developed for environments where corrosion ...

You probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about your home’s roof, and that’s a good thing. Ordinarily the only time a roof gets our attention is when it’s damaged or leaking. And while a roof’s ...