Johnathan C. Brewer II is a licensed general contractor specializing in kitchen, bath remodels and general construction with two decades of professional experience. He is also the owner of Brewer ...

Choosing a new roofing material can be tough. It’s an expensive home update, and the variety of residential options for asphalt and metal can be a challenge to navigate. With about 5 million U.S.

Before you start tearing into your roof, review the three S’s to ensure that this is a job you want to do yourself. You’ll save money by doing your own tear-off, but make sure the savings are worth ...

Q: On many roofs with asphalt shingles I notice black streaks. New light-colored orange-red asphalt shingles were installed on our roof about six years ago, and now I notice the dark streaks forming.

Rosanne is an interior design and home improvement writer with 8 years of experience. During that time she has worked with numerous businesses and publications. Rosanne has been with Forbes Home for ...