Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Dear James: We had the roof partially raised to convert the attic into living space. The relatively low, old asphalt-rolled roof is leaking. What is the best option to repair it?—Olivia H. Dear Olivia ...

Dear James: My older house has asphalt roll roofing over an attic/bedroom conversion with a low slope. This old roofing is leaking, and I want to repair it. Is there any way to fix it without ...

Question: I have an older house. The attic was converted into a Cape Cod-type bedroom for children. The old asphalt rolled roof is leaking again. What do you suggest as the best method to fix it?

Dear James: We had the roof partially raised to convert the attic into living space. The relatively low old asphalt rolled roof is leaking. Dear Olivia: It would have been much better if the ...

BETHANY -- Michael Morris started his business of designing, manufacturing and installing retractable roofs and walkways by going after the swimming pool and hot tub owner's market. His customers ...