David Bitan
Roofing Contractor & Maintenance Professional
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Co-authored Articles (29)
How to
Cut Roof Rafters
If you’re framing a gable roof on a new house, or building a shed or even a doghouse with a gable roof, you’ll need to cut a number of roof rafters. The roof rafters provide integral structural support to the roof. B...
How to
Lay Shingles
Shingles protect sloping rooftops from the effects of rain, snow and hail while providing an attractive crown for the house. Keeping a solid roofing layer of shingles is an important way to avoid water damage and leaks. ...
How to
Build a Hip Roof
Any roof which has 4 sides, all of which slope upwards to meet at a seam at the top of the roof, is a hip roof. It is perhaps one of the simplest styles of roofing and is often combined with gables or other features. Hip...
How to
Build a Shed Roof
Whether you’re building a brand new shed or re-roofing an existing structure, it’s important to know the best way to cover it. Start by choosing a roof style that suits your needs and preferences for your shed. From ...
How to
Build a Gambrel Roof
A gambrel roof is a popular roof style on many contemporary barns and sheds. Gambrel roofs are symmetrical, with two slopes on each side of the roof. If you plan on building and installing your own gambrel roof, you’ll...
How to
Apply Rolled Roofing
A beginner's guide to roofing Rolled roofing has become more and more popular in recent years. When compared to shingles, rolled roofing is far cheaper and much easier to apply. You don't need to get a professional in...
How to
Install Metal Roofing over Shingles
If your shingle roof is starting to show some wear and tear, you may be considering upgrading to metal. It’s a good choice; metal roofing is durable, environmentally friendly, and it looks good to boot! In most cases, ...
How to
Build a Roof
A roof is much more than just the decorative top of a building. A roof provides protection from the elements and precipitation, helps drain water away from a structure, and provides insulation that helps keep the interio...
How to
Frame a Roof
Framing a roof is the last step in framing new construction. While most home builders will outsource the construction of roofing trusses–the rafter supports of the roof itself–learning to frame a roof yourself is one...
How to
Install Roof Tile
Installing a tile roof can be a difficult and laborious process. A project of this size will take a great deal of planning and preparation, well before the actual tile installation is underway. Whether you are laying bra...
The Easiest DIY Asphalt Shingle Installation Guide
Learn how to prepare your roof and nail down shingles Installing new shingles yourself can save considerable time and money. You can follow the same steps they do to achieve the same professional look. Re-doing the shing...
How to
Measure a Roof
''A simple guide to taking roof measurements and how to transfer them to a diagram'' Measuring your roof is the first step in a successful re-roofing project. You can actually get an estimate of your roof's measurements ...
How to
Install Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is becoming popular because it is durable, adds beauty, and helps reduce the energy costs for your home. This type of roofing is available in an array of colors, textures, and styles which can suit anyone's...
How to
Estimate Roofing Materials
Knowing how to estimate roofing materials is important. Not only will it help eliminate waste, but it will also ensure that you buy just enough for the roofing job. You’ll have to calculate your roof area, or the overa...
How to
Replace Damaged Roof Shingles
Damaged shingles can seriously cut into the life of a roof. To keep your house secure, it's important to regularly evaluate and replace damaged shingles to make sure your home is safe and dry.. 14 July 2020. You can lear...
How to
Tarp a Roof
Tarping a roof protects your home's interior from being exposed to the elements because of a damaged skylight or roof. A tarp also protect your roof from further damage. A tarped roof provides 90-day protection from the ...
How to
Repair a Flat Roof
Flat roofs, which are mostly level, are common on older homes and in arid environments. These roofs work well, but you do need to inspect them on occasion for cracks and other signs of damage. Most flat roofs are made of...
How to
Repair a Leaking Roof
''The best ways to find and fix leaks for all roof types'' The roof is literally at the top of any homeowner’s maintenance list, and they’re subject to lots of wear and tear. Fortunately, you can mend minor issues wi...
How to
Replace a Flat Roof
Although you don't see it, your flat roof goes through a lot of wear and tear over time. Thankfully, these are probably the simplest roofs in terms of replacement jobs. After removing the old roof, you can install a new ...
How to
Paint a Roof
If you don't like the current color of your roof but you don't want to replace everything, you can paint it to freshen it up. While painting won't fix any cracks or damage you have, you can still make your roof look bran...
