Polyester and PFTE roofs
Polyester is a lightweight, easily maintained roofing surface for things like pergolas, tents and shades, which are held in shape using tension.
These roofs are...
Solar shingles
They're not particularly common, but it's possible these days to build part or all of a roof using shingles with solar photovoltaic panels built...
Roof penetrations
Roof penetrations, as the name suggests, are holes in the surface of the roof. Penetrations need to be carefully planned to ensure that they're...
Roof cladding
Roof cladding refers to the materials used on the surface of the roof (like tiles or steel sheeting). As well as determining how the...
Roof flashing
Roof flashing refers to metal sheeting (or sheeting of another material) which is used to prevent water from seeping into joints and holes in...
Guttering
Guttering is an important part of most roofs. Find out how it's installed, and how it works to collect and channel rainwater from a...
Eaves
Eaves are the lower parts of the roof that project out beyond a house's walls. While not always built into modern houses, they provide...
Roofing parts and elements
Parts of roofs include framing elements, flashing, eaves, guttering, penetrations and cladding, among others. Find out what these elements are, and what role they...
Emergency roof repairs
A failing roof needn't be the end of a home. Roof restoration or repair can bring new life to most houses. Find out more...
How to reshingle a roof
From time to time, a shingle roof will need to be re-laid. Find out what's involved, and who should do this work.
Having your roof...