Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Dear James: We had the roof partially raised to convert the attic into living space. The relatively low, old asphalt-rolled roof is leaking. What is the best option to repair it?—Olivia H. Dear Olivia ...

Dear James: My older house has asphalt roll roofing over an attic/bedroom conversion with a low slope. This old roofing is leaking, and I want to repair it. Is there any way to fix it without ...

Question: I have an older house. The attic was converted into a Cape Cod-type bedroom for children. The old asphalt rolled roof is leaking again. What do you suggest as the best method to fix it?

Dear James: We had the roof partially raised to convert the attic into living space. The relatively low old asphalt rolled roof is leaking. Dear Olivia: It would have been much better if the ...