WHEAT RIDGE, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Genuine Roof Systems, Inc. (GRS)—maker of the patented SlateTec lightweight roof assembly system using natural slate—today announced the launch of its new ...

Roofing is one of those areas where what you use impacts overall performance, aesthetic beauty, and even longevity. One option that many a homeowner or builders has is choosing lightweight roof tiles ...

Question: We will be putting a new roof on soon and it will most likely be a lightweight tile one. We currently have a heavy shake roof. Should we remove the shakes before the tile is put on or should ...

Clay tiles have been in use for many years and are still installed in both residential and commercial applications. Clay tiles differ from concrete in regards to weight, attachment methods and the way ...

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The gable roof house is not only a children's drawing of a home, it is also one of the most popular solutions in Brazilian residential architecture. Besides being very appealing and easy to build, ...

While green roofs may be universally accepted as wonderfully sustainable landscapes for a myriad reasons, the thought of installing one atop your own home may nevertheless seem daunting, expensive, ...

One of the biggest challenges firefighters face involves tailoring their tactics to the ever-changing construction industry. Often, materials used, especially on rooftops, pose specific challenges ...