Plumbing vent boots can be all plastic, plastic and metal, or even two-piece metal units. Check plastic bases for cracks and metal bases for broken seams. Then examine the rubber boot surrounding the ...

When you have a new roof, the last thing you want is to have a leak. But it can happen. And if it doesn’t rain for a while, it’s hard to know if the roof is faulty. But sometimes you have a good roof; ...

Dear James: I was storing stuff in the attic and noticed some damp insulation, so I have a leaky roof. How can I locate the exact location of the leaks to fix them? — Dan D. Dear Dan: It is fortuitous ...

"Montgomery Roofing - Lorena Roofers"Water has a sneaky way of causing damage where it's least expected. What begins as a tiny leak can lead to mold growth, weakened structural integrity, and even ...

Roof leaks plague countless homeowners each year. Talk to experienced roofers, and they’ll tell you the vast majority of leaks happen at flashings. A roof flashing is a transitional material. It ...

When storms hit harder and seasons swing more sharply, the weak points in your home start to show. You see it in roofs that suddenly leak, gutters that overflow into basements, and window seals that ...

Your roof is a major component of your home. From proper cleaning to regularly inspecting it, there are many ways you can ...