Improper Shingle Nailing = Defective Shingle Installation These installation defects can't be seen from the ground, even with a very expensive pair of binoculars. For this reason, you shouldn't expect ...

Dear Angie: My home needs a new roof. Which is better: hand-nailing or using a nail gun for the shingles? Does it matter? — S.A., Norman, Okla. Answer: Let me start by answering your last question ...

The roofing octocopter, equipped with a nailgun, is parked near the test roof. Setting the wooden panel at different inclines let researchers simulate roofs with different slopes. Graduate engineering ...

Dear Angie: My home needs a new roof. Which is better: hand-nailing or using a nail gun for the roof shingles? Does it matter? - S. A., Norman, Okla. Dear S.A.: Let me start by answering your last ...

Dear Jimmy: Most roofs that leak prematurely are more often a result of poor installation rather than material defects. If you choose high-quality shingles from a major manufacturer, there will be ...

Q: After the high winds we’ve had recently, I’ve noticed a handful of shingles in my yard. Do you know what could be causing my roof’s shingles to blow off? A: Roof shingles are a critical component ...