Look at the pros and cons when deciding about roof repairs. You’ll want to weigh savings versus time to determine which is the best fit for you. Dreamstime/TNS A new roof is an expensive endeavor.

Roofing might seem like a relatively easy DIY project, but there's a lot that goes into what goes over your head. There are some major factors to consider.

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

In the home--as in life--it's often the little things that matter. And it's amazing how many small structural things can go wrong around your house. Whether it's the front-door lock that won't let you ...

Replacing a few shingles can quickly repair a leaking roof. If your roof hasn’t leaked yet, it probably will someday. But there’s no need to panic. It’s easier to repair a leaking roof than you might ...

And with roofs, the labor costs are considerable — overall, often 60 percent of the price tag, according to Angi, the contractor-search site. The average expenditure for having a pro replace your roof ...