Flat Roof Filter - We're trying to get our garage roof replaced and are having problems locating a supplier for the clay tile end caps that run around the edge of the roof. [more inside]
posted by octothorpe on Sep 1, 2009 - 9 answers

House help! What kind of metal; and how do I stop it from rusting? [more inside]
posted by SirStan on Aug 2, 2009 - 10 answers

I need a new roof. Can you recommend a roofer? [more inside]
posted by chrisroberts on Jul 24, 2009 - 7 answers

Why are there big rocks on this roof? [more inside]
posted by Tube on Jun 28, 2009 - 9 answers

Best practices for hiring a roofing contractor, please. Like, do I care what brand of shingles he uses if I'm only planning to be here for a couple more years? How do I ensure my landscaping isn't destroyed? What sorts of things should be covered in the contract? Any and all advice, cautionary tales, etc., welcome!
posted by HotToddy on Jun 11, 2009 - 15 answers

I want to build a dog run on a flat (well, 1% or so) modified bitumen (I think) roof. What materials should I use? [more inside]
posted by iknowizbirfmark on Mar 24, 2009 - 8 answers

Reroofing: Should 15# felt used when doing a roofover on an existing asphalt/mineral 3-tab roof? The existing roof is is fair condition, so a tearoff isn't absolutely required. [more inside]
posted by toucano on Oct 17, 2008 - 5 answers

What are the best options for replacing our asphalt shingle roof with something equally long-lasting but greener? [more inside]
posted by gingerbeer on Sep 8, 2008 - 12 answers

I'm nearly the end of my first major building project...an 8'x8' shed with a foot overhang on all sides. I've just put up the trusses (purchased them, with a 4 in 12 pitch) and put 3/8" plywood on top. A neighbour gave me a whole bunch of metal sheet roofing in 12' lengths that I will cut down to length. My question is...he didn't give me a ridge cap and I have no idea what to buy or how to install that. Advice please? FWIW, I'm not 100 clear on the metal sheet installation either, so help there is appreciated too. Please keep in mind that this is just a shed and I don't expect anything even close to perfection! Thanks!
posted by Kickstart70 on Jun 22, 2008 - 7 answers

Any roofers out there? Local contractor is recommending a gaf Topcoat product that I'm having difficulty evaluating. [more inside]
posted by striker on Feb 11, 2008 - 2 answers

Its midnight on Friday. My roof is leaking. Its supposed to rain all weekend. My house is 3 1/2 stories and the leaky part of the (gabled, Queen Anne-style) roof is not easily or safely accessible to without special equipment that I don't have. Assuming that I'm not going to be able to get anyone to fix this before Monday at the earliest, is there anything I can do to to at least mitigate the damage? [more inside]
posted by anastasiav on Oct 19, 2007 - 7 answers

What new material would you use to replace an old cedar shingle roof? [more inside]
posted by weapons-grade pandemonium on Sep 17, 2007 - 13 answers

I bought my house nov. 1 (in Ohio), hail storm did some damage in October...roof company sends me a letter that says previous owner's insurance will pay for this....bogus or for real? [more inside]
posted by Salvatorparadise on Mar 7, 2007 - 6 answers

Who would you recommend to redo my roof? I'm in Des Moines, IA. Price matters. Any other advise about roofing is gladly and thankfully accepted.
posted by kc0dxh on Dec 5, 2006 - 6 answers

Had lots of rain here lately and the tin roof in my old house has sprung a couple of small leaks. I'm not sure what the cause is. Can I fix this myself or is a not-very-handy-man like myself asking for trouble? [more inside]
posted by zaebiz on Aug 25, 2006 - 4 answers

Questions and advice about replacing a roof. [more inside]
posted by Frank Grimes on Jun 11, 2006 - 10 answers

Help me with re-roofing my Seattle Garage - permits, codes, etc. [more inside]
posted by markblasco on May 7, 2006 - 2 answers

HomeownerFilter: Need a new (flat) roof. Questions for homeowners in general and Torontonians. [more inside]
posted by winston on Sep 30, 2005 - 7 answers

How do I get dried roofing tar off a polycarbonate skylight? [more inside]
posted by Danf on Aug 20, 2005 - 12 answers

RoofingFilter: One reason we got our new house cheap is that the roof needs to be replaced (and the ventilation improved); unfortunately our inspector, who used to be a roofer and had good suggestions, didn't have any names to recommend and could only suggest we get as many bids as possible. Since I had good luck with my query about movers (and thanks, NorthCoastCafe, for recommending City Moves, who were great!), I'm rolling the dice again: anyone know a good roofer in Pittsfield (or the northern Berkshires)?
posted by languagehat on Jan 31, 2005 - 9 answers

Roofing filter day

My wife has decided that we need a new roof and that we're going to do it ourselves. I'm not opposed to this, well, okay I am, but stilll....

How do we price this out for ourselves? Any denizens or askmefi have any experience in this? We have asphalt shingles now and will stick with same.

My wife says thanks in advance.
posted by damnitkage on Jul 20, 2004 - 23 answers