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Did you know that Solatubes work similar to periscopes? They are composed of pipes that run through your ceiling up to your roof. They let in the light, where it is diffused with the help of a reflective material once it has reached the room.

Did you know that a new roof is a great ROI (return on investment)? Experts agree that a new roof has an average ROI of about 67 to 70 percent, which makes it a great home improvement project.

When your roof shingles retain some moisture, they are at risk for algae and moss. As a natural stone, slate shingles do not retain any moisture, and because of that, don't share the risk that asphalt and other shingles have of encountering algae and moss.

The Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic roofs in the world. Jørn Utzon tried parabolas and ellipses before landing on a design that reflects the geometry of shells.

It is possible to install a new metal roof right over an older non-metal roof! In fact, many homeowners choose to use this route ("over-top" installation), as it saves a lot of money during the installation process, eliminating the cost of removing and discarding the old shingles.