Gable roofs are one of the most popular roof designs in the U.S. They’re great for attic space but not necessarily for ...

What is a dormer? Learn more about dormer windows, including pros, cons, and installation considerations. What is a dormer?

Because gable roofs are very simple, they're often accompanied by dormers, which rise vertically from the roof slopes to ...

If you’re behind the eight ball and end up with less-than-ideal aerial positioning but can make one end of the roof or a dormer, make your own gable/louver vent point. There are pros and cons ...

The answer depends on the type of roof you have and where you live. Q: I live in a two-story, single-family home with an ...

That includes the main roof planes, tops of dormers and eaves. For simple roof types, such as a gable roof, you only need to measure the length and width of each plane. Hip roofs and other complex ...

The Cape Cod-style house is a classic American home style. Learn its key design characteristics, potential disadvantages, and ...

The latest planning applications for Welwyn Hatfield and Potters Bar, taken from Welwyn Hatfield, Hertsmere and East Herts councils.

Here are the recently submitted planning applications for the Barry area. The applications were submitted to the Vale of Glamorgan Council between October 7 and 13. An application for a proposed ...

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Dormer windows not only break up the roof's design but also add the appearance ... The words “dormer” and “gable” are often used interchangeably, but they’re pretty different, so it ...