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Roofing

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    A Shop-Built Conical Roof

    Truss-style construction simplified the framing of this serpentine roofline.

     
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    Roofing With Cedar Shingles

    For a long-lasting roof, stick with the best shingle grades and use a ventilating underlayment.

     
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    Developer Creative in New Green Project

    BRONX, N.Y. For Bronx Pro Real Estate Management, it's not just about building an eco-friendly affordable housing development.

     
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    Tightening the Roof

     
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    Letters

    Tree roots and foundation cracks; code logic; mixing plastics; site-built arched trusses

     
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    On the Job

    Open valley flashing; cooler cabinet

     
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    Making Space for a Barrel Vault

    Modifying the existing trusses from below saved the cost of rebuilding the roof.

     
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    Products

    Energy-efficient light fixture; stone and stucco rain screen; square shower drain; adhesive filler; plastic furring strips; more

     
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    Getting Into Gutters

    This specialty trade can provide profits in slow times.

     
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    Reroofing With Asphalt Shingles

    To ensure a watertight job, don’t skimp on the underlayment.