Black & Decker DIY Roofing: Shingles • Shakes • Tile • Rubber • Metal • PLUS Roof Repair

Black & Decker DIY Roofing: Shingles • Shakes • Tile • Rubber • Metal • PLUS Roof Repair

<DIV><B>Replacing the roof on your house is an achievable job that can be very rewarding: all you need is good information and a willingness to invest some sweat equity. <I>BLACK+DECKER DIY Roofing</I> gives you the information you need, from selecting and estimating roof coverings to tear-off, sheathing replacement, underlayment and water shield installation, roofing materials installation, and flashing. </B><BR /><BR /> While a contractor's hardworking crew can replace an average asphalt shingle roof in a day or two, it will cost several thousand dollars. And your roof covering choices are rather limited. By doing the job yourself, you can <B>pocket the savings</B><B>or even upgrade to an entirely new type of roof</B>, like cedar shakes, standing seam metal, or fiber cement.<BR /><BR /> With detailed <B>step-by-step photos</B>, you will see all of the most popular roof types installed the correct way, including:</DIV><ul><li>Asphalt shingles (three-tab and architectural)</li><li>EPDM rubber membrane</li><li>Metal</li><li>Cedar shakes</li><li>Clay and concrete tile</li><li>Roll roofing</li><li>Faux slate</li></ul><DIV>This guide also shows you how to install other elements of your roof system, including gutters, fascia, soffits, and vents. A handy <B>repair section</B> helps ensure that your work keeps your home well protected for as long as possible. Plus, a special <B>section on working safely</B> features all the tools and practices you'll need to stay secure working at heights.</DIV>