Lexie is a former Staff Writer at Forbes Home and has over 6 years of professional experience as a writer and editor in the home improvement space. She's previously worked at sites such as HomeAdvisor ...

Maintaining a sound roof literally tops the list of crucial home repairs: It keeps you and your family warm and dry, along with everything in your house. Any damage or signs of wear call for immediate ...

Contractor squatting down making repairs on a roof - Lsophoto/Getty Images Roof repairs and repainting can be expensive and intrusive, so it's human nature to put them off for as long as possible.

Homes around East Tennessee have seen their share of structural damage caused by bad weather and treacherous storms over the last few years. The hail storm seven years ago damaged thousands of roofs ...

A behind-the-scenes look at fixing damaged joists and adjusting roof structure during a deck repair. This video explains the process and challenges involved. How do these fixes improve long-term ...