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Insulation and Weatherizing

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A New Roof Over the Old One A New Roof Over the Old One Online Membership Required

Cap a swaybacked roof with a layer of new rafters and foam by Pete Bennett

Slap-cap staplerOnline Membership Required

Stinger CH38 cap hammer by Mike Guertin

Roof sheathing: silver side down

Radiant-barrier sheathing by Andy Engel

Q & A: Roof venting

by Bruce Harley

Q & A: Does a roof always need to be vented?

by William B. Rose

Q & A: Ridge vent without soffit vent

by William B. Rose

Designing Roofs for Snow CountryOnline Membership Required

The right roof slope, materials and venting will lengthen the life of the roof and the structure under it by Henrik Bull

Q & A: Preventing ice dams in valleys

by Paul Fisette

Q & A: Venting a shed roof

by William B. Rose

Preventing Ice DamsOnline Membership Required

Proper insulation and roof ventilation can stop ice dams from forming, prevent damage and lower energy bills by Paul Fisette

Q & A: Venting a metal roof for a hot climate

by Peter L. Pfeiffer

Framing a Cold RoofOnline Membership Required

Preventing roof leaks caused by ice damming by Steve Kearns

FlashingOnline Membership Required

Anticipate the flow of water to keep it outside your house, where it belongs by Bob Syvanen

How it Works
How it Works

They say knowing is half the battle so arm yourself with these How it Works articles and be prepared to tackle any job. 

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