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When tracking down a leak, start by looking at the roof uphill from the stains. The first thing to look for is roof ...

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Roof leaks can occur for a variety of reasons. They typically start out small and grow over time into larger problems. That said, even a small roof leak can cause major damage to your home. Besides ...

Spring rain means people are discovering a lot of small roof leaks this time of year. The Home Depot's Scott Krueger and Joe Autry explain how to find a leak and how to patch it using Henry's roof wet ...

Q. My roof is leaking, and my last attempt to get it repaired was fruitless. It rained again and water still came in. Where do most roof leaks happen? Is it OK to use caulk or black roofing cement to ...

The part of the roof least exposed to the weather is often the one in the worst shape. But that’s normal with soffits — the underbelly of the roof overhang. The usual suspects: no sunlight, little air ...

Your homeowners insurance policy generally covers roof leaks and damage, as long as the cause is not specifically excluded in your policy. However, if a leak occurs due to lack of maintenance, you may ...

In this week’s column, I’m going to explain where almost all roof leaks happen, and how simple it is to prevent or fix them. Most professional roofers will agree that a roof’s flashing is at the ...