In this week’s column, I’m going to explain where almost all roof leaks happen, and how simple it is to prevent or fix them. Most professional roofers will agree that a roof’s flashing is at the ...

Q: I was looking at my roof and I noticed a dark streak where two roofs meet and form a valley. I had a contractor friend check the shingles and he said I had a couple of years left before the roof ...

Many homeowners believe that a roof only needs replacement when shingles start falling off or leaks appear, but that assumption can lead to expensive problems down the line. In a HelloNation article, ...

Plumbing vent flashings are notorious spots for roof leaks. If you have a leak in the general area of a plumbing vent, check the condition of the vent flashing. Look for rust holes or gaps around ...

Many people ignore small roof problems until they get much worse. A weak roof can lead to water leaks and costly repairs.

Q: Tim, I really need your help. My roof is leaking, and my last attempt to get it repaired was fruitless. It rained again and water still came in. Where do most roof leaks happen? Is it OK to use ...

Outside corners on dormers needs special flashing details to prevent water leaks. This article explains two foolproof methods ...

Replacing a roof is a costly endeavor, but Delaware Valley Consumers’ Checkbook has tips on how to get the job done well at a ...

Several weeks ago, I wrote about the different types of roofs you can use on your home. I should have realized it would create a tsunami of help requests regarding roof leaks at my “Ask Tim” page on ...