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Metal Roof (segment #10013) When it came time to design the roof for our project house, we wanted a system that was not only attractive, but durable, low maintenance and fire resistant. We chose a stone coated steel product, cal... Read More >>		Roofing Tests (segment #5045) Every year in the U.S., many thousands of roof coverings are damaged. This ice ball launcher gives us the opportunity to take a look at these roofing materials in the laboratory and then for the oppor... Read More >>

Metal Roofs (segment #5061) The average homeowner will re-roof their home three times in their lifetime. One alternative to asphalt or tile is a metal roof. More and more homeowners are discovering that choosing a metal roof o... Read More >>		Jerry Nadeau on the Roof (segment #5199) Why are we roofing a house with a NASCAR Winston Cup driver? Reason one - he's my driver. MichaelHoligan.com is now the primary sponsor of the number 25 team at Hendrick Motorsports with Jerry Nadeau ... Read More >>

Rainhandler Gutter System (segment #5206) Don’t you just hate cleaning gutters? You know you got to have some way to control the runoff when you have a heavy rain. But I’ve got a new product to tell you about that is maintenance free, no more... Read More >>		Fascia Board Repair (segment #5208) Moisture is usually the culprit when it comes to exterior wood damage like this. Areas that get little or no direct sunlight are particularly vulnerable. The dampness often leads to rotting wood and a... Read More >>

Concrete Roofing - Factory Tour (segment #5307) It is really tough to beat the natural beauty of a wood shake shingle but did you know that in some parts of the country they’ve actually outlawed wood shakes because of the potential fire danger?... Read More >>		Roof Choices (segment #5435) Roof, ruff, rough, it doesn’t matter what you call it, it’s an important part of your house. It’s a design element when you first pull up in front of a home, plus it’s also a structural element. With... Read More >>

Roof Shingle Choices (segment #5438) That home better be built to withstand more than twenty years, and especially that roof, because that is your weather protection, and it is going to be most of your safety. There’s really three items ... Read More >>		Mailbag: Roof Shingles (segment #5501) *Dear Michael*: Hello, I have some patching to do on my shingled roof, just replacing a shingle here and a shingle there. The problem is I don't know how to put the shingles on without t... Read More >>

Saving Sagging Gutters (segment #5686) If you're looking for a way to save your sagging gutter, here's a quick tip for you.... Read More >>		Ladder Tools (segment #5809B) Dear Michael, my house has high ceilings and I'm always afraid to get up on our step ladder to change light bulbs. The ladder seems very unsafe. We do have a long extension ladder, but I can't use ... Read More >>

Downspouts (segment #5877) If you want your gutters to continue to do a good job, it's a good idea to clean all the leaves, and twigs and debris out about twice a year.... Read More >>		Roofing (segment #6005) One of the most important parts of your new house is the roof. ... Read More >>

Roof Tiles (segment #6014) We're just beginning to put the shingles on the roof of our Project House. In the old days, you only picked roof shingles based on their ability to keep the elements out of your house. But now there a... Read More >>		Gutters (segment #6032) Protecting your home with gutters can you save you thousands. Gutters will help keep your foundation... Read More >>

Roof Repair (segment #6116) Today we're talking about what happens when you have water that should remain outside, but ends up on the inside of your house. We've noticed some stains on the ceiling which indicate that we probably... Read More >>		Metal Roof (segment #6211) This roof is worn out. It's really old and it doesn't do much for the look of the home. We're gonna change that by giving this house a new lease on life. We're gonna install a new roof. ... Read More >>

Fascia and Soffit (segment #6240) Are you tired of having to repaint the wood around your house every few years? If so, you might want to consider a final fix like vinyl. ... Read More >>		Roofing (segment #6301) Learn more about roofing and shingles from our guest David Barnes of the GAF Shingle Factory.... Read More >>

Stone Coated Steel Roof (segment #6335) Did you know that Americans will install over 14 million new roofs this year? Well today I'm in Brea, California at Gerard Roofing Technologies and we're gonna show you how they make some awesome roof... Read More >>		Composite Roof (segment #6343) The Advanced Housing Research Center evaluates and develops technology needed for new and existing housing in which wood or wood-based products are used as building components. Emphasis is on the impr... Read More >>

Diverters (segment #6447) Many homes today are built without rain gutters, and that's fine until you're standing at your front door in the middle of a rain storm and you end up getting soaked in the process. Here's a quick tip... Read More >>		Gutters & Downspouts (segment #6486) If your gutters are leaking, chances are water may seep down inside your walls and damage your paint. Here are a few ways you can keep your gutters and your downspouts in good condition. ... Read More >>

Re-Roof (segment #8307) Across the country, millions of homes are covered by composition roofs. And each year homeowners have to replace these roofs due to age or weather damage. Today we’re going to replace this roof with s... Read More >>		Tile Roofing (segment #8813) Traditional clay tiles are heavier than most roofing materials, and new houses require structural reinforcement. New lightweight tiles have been designed for re-roofing homes, weighing in at over 40%... Read More >>

Metal Roof (segment #9020) We’re building our Country Retreat just north of Dallas, Texas –– where tornados and hailstorms are a common spring occurrence. So we wanted a roof that could stand up to high winds and pounding hail,... Read More >>		Standing Seam Roof (segment #9034) Our country Retreat sits in North Texas, right in the heart of tornado alley, so it’s going to have to withstand a lifetime of hot summers, thunderstorms, heavy winds and hail. The roof will take most... Read More >>

Installing Gutters (segment #9106) Water is bad news for a home’s foundation. And because this house doesn’t have a gutter system you can see where the rainwater has done a lot of damage. So to get the water away from the home’s founda... Read More >>		Rafter Clips (segment #ath002) Every year, thousands of homes are damaged or destroyed by the forces of nature. Tornadoes, hurricanes, and even a heavy snow load can wreak havoc with a roof. And your roof is not a place where you w... Read More >>

Roofing (segment #t30-3-96) After your new house is framed, it's time to get it dried in, which means putting on the roof.... Read More >>		Steel Tile Roofing (segment #t37-5-96) How would you like a new roof that's affordable and can withstand baseball-sized hail, it doesn't leak, it has a great appearance and it can withstand 200mph wind? We're going to show you one right no... Read More >>

Rainhandlers (segment #t41-6-96) Rain on the roof sounds great, but it really can be an enemy to your house. Look at the way it's cutting a trench along here. And how it's dug a hole over there. It doesn't have to be that way, and gu... Read More >>