Q: When you were writing about roof repair and replacement, I never saw anything on tar-and-gravel roofs. I just bought a house. At my prepurchase inspection, I was told the roof was in pretty good ...

Roofing might seem like a relatively easy DIY project, but there's a lot that goes into what goes over your head. There are some major factors to consider.

Q: I have a tar-and-gravel roof that has some blisters. It probably should be replaced within a year or so. Do you have any suggestions on what I can do to extend its life? - Eric A: Homes with flat ...

Q: I have a house built in the late 1970s that has large beams exposed beyond the roof line. After more than 30 years of neglect and exposure there is a good deal of dry rot in them. I think I should ...