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

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

<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:<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>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.