Flat, sloped, or built-up systems all have a place, but the right choice comes down to how the building is used and the environment it faces.” - Thad BrownWISCONSIN RAPIDS, WI, UNITED STATES, August ...

Q: I enjoyed the article about puddling on flat roofs (Nov. 2, 2002). I have a slope problem on a 12-by-10-foot one-story addition attached at one edge to a higher wall of my split-level house. It is ...

APOC has added RoofSlope to its portfolio of professional roofing solutions for construction projects. The rebranded APOC RoofSlope is an auxiliary sloping compound that provides a way to fill in low ...

A popular question we hear over and over again is "Why can't we use shingles on our flat roof?" The answer is simple. Shingles are not waterproof. When installed correctly they form a water tight ...

What does a house look like? To most of us, the image that comes to mind is like a Monopoly piece: a foursquare cube with a sloped roof on top. And yet among many architects, that shape has long been ...

Plain, sloping roofs can collect up to 50 percent more rainwater than flat roofs with gravel. This water is also of higher quality. These are the conclusions of a study conducted by researchers in ...

As the popularity of vegetated roofs grows in the U.S., Building Teams are finding new methods for greening rooftops. A recent trend is to adapt green roof technology for low- and steep-slope ...

There is a small leak from the asphalt roll garage roof. It’s not very old, so I prefer to just repair it. How can I locate to leak and fix ...

A modern home with large windows and a flat roof - Sheila Say/Shutterstock The house one may conjure in their mind's eye after hearing the phrase "modern home" will probably include a few key features ...