Roofing / Discussions

...roofing) Metal roofing. Any alternative method, and any that are preferable but more expensive, would probably start with adding new roof trusses and then insulating in the bays with Rockwool or perhaps cellulose. You would then need to add sheathing and a drainage plane, then the strapping and metal.  Here is our pag...

...roofing materials and a cost comparison of metal roofs and asphalt shingles. Also in general I would point you towards these pages about renovations, how to find reliable green home builders builders, and this one - top tips for staying on budget with home renovations Once you’ve been through these pages let us know if...

...roofing materials, have a look there, you may find all the answers you need. You can also read our pages on the pros and cons of asphalt shingles and metal roofing and our page dedicated to the subject of durability of asphalt shingles. Once you know the options from that page we can help you choose the best roof cover...

Would like to put a green roof on our existing garage, its approx 70 years old. Where can we get materials to b iuld like to do it ourselves?

I am building a new home in Naples Florida with a metal roof and open cell foam sprayed on underside of roof deck. I am considering a peal and stick membrane under roof panels but have been advised I would be creating a 'double vapor barrier' potentially trapping moisture in the roof deck causing long term issues given...

...roofing systems when installed properly. We would need more details in order to provide any specific advice in your case; are you considering leaving the metal on the roof and doing a green roof on top, is that what you mean by a ‘metal building’? Are you planning on building a green roof because the metal has deterior...

Hi, I have an open beam house (no attic access) built in 1962. I live in cold, dry Edmonton Alberta. My low slope roof doesn't leak, however about once a year in the spring when we have a big temperature increase, I get water dripping from my interior open beam. Only lasts a few hours, I understand that my vapour barri...