Rachel is a home improvement writer and content editor. In addition to being a contributing writer at Forbes, she writes for small businesses and creative agencies. She uses her home improvement ...

Learn how to safely remove heavy snow from your roof using a roof rake to prevent structural damage and ice dams.

The easiest way to remove roof snow without damaging the shingles is to use a roof rake with rollers, then pull snow down in ...

Reroofing your house is a significant undertaking, so you want to be sure to choose materials that will last and protect your roof well. To help you decide what to use, CR’s labs rigorously test ...

Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture. David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in ...

The need for roofs is universal. No matter where or how you live, having a roof over your head is vital to protect you from the elements and give you a secure home. If you own your roof–or, rather, ...

If you're redoing your roof and starting from scratch, you'll need to know how many shingles to purchase. There are formulas ...