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Roofing & Siding
November 08, 2011 | Tuesday
Metal Roofs on the Rise
A durable and energy-efficient alternative to shingles, metal roofs are now more attractive than ever.
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JIM FLASCH
Roofing & Siding
October 17, 2011 | Monday
Black Roof Stains? Check for Algae
It’s not mold. It’s probably not soot. The black spots discoloring your asphalt roof are more than likely the pervasi...
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KELSEY SAVAGE
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Roofing & Siding
September 30, 2011 | Friday
Exterior Cladding
Bob looks on as general contractor Tim Berky clads the Queen Anne Victorian project house with clapboards, taking cues fro...
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Roofing & Siding
September 30, 2011 | Friday
Installing a Standing-Seam Copper Roof
Rich Melo of Newton Roofing Company joins Bob for the installation of the copper roof on the Rowley addition. The Dutch cl...
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Roofing & Siding
September 29, 2011 | Thursday
Installing Non-Slip Exterior Tiles and Impact-Resistant Windows
Bob discusses finishing touches with general contractor Buba Barrow. On the front porch, a non-slip, mildew-resistant tile...
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Roofing & Siding
September 28, 2011 | Wednesday
Final Exterior Touches
The finishing touches are put on the garden while the exterior painting is completed.
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Roofing & Siding
September 28, 2011 | Wednesday
Shed Roof Installation
The new shed roof is added to the second floor, complete with a gypsum drywall exterior to prevent the spread of fire.
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Roofing & Siding
September 28, 2011 | Wednesday
Removing the Roof
The roofing crew strips several ancient layers of old roofing off the project house, leaving a section open for the instal...
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Roofing & Siding
September 28, 2011 | Wednesday
Leaky Roof? Some Repair Tips
Asphalt shingles are the most popular roofing material for homes today, accounting for nearly 70% of domestic roofing...
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LARRY BILOTTI
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Roofing & Siding
September 28, 2011 | Wednesday
Vinyl Siding
Contractor Carleton Bergere explains the advantages of vinyl siding and demonstrates how to install it.
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Roofing & Siding
September 27, 2011 | Tuesday
Asphalt Shingles: A Showcase of Roofing Styles, Colors and Options
Looking to reroof your home with asphalt shingles? Check out some of today's top contenders.
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LARRY BILOTTI
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Roofing & Siding
September 27, 2011 | Tuesday
Applying Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Roofing contractor Kevin Benjer demonstrates the correct way to apply asphalt roofing shingles and a ridge vent.
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Roofing & Siding
September 27, 2011 | Tuesday
Completing the Raftering
Bob and carpentry contractor Bob Ryley complete the raftering job on the roof of the Cape Cod house.
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Roofing & Siding
September 27, 2011 | Tuesday
Roof Construction
Bob reviews the new second floor and watches the gable end raised, the ridge pole set in place, and the rafters' installat...
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Roofing & Siding
September 22, 2011 | Thursday
Power-Washing the Exterior
Painter Kip Wanamaker power-washes the exterior of the Naples project house.
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