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 ...

THE first signs of spring may be in the air, but over the past few months, our homes have taken a battering from the elements, including a lot of rain. In some cases, this damp and wet weather has ...

In the Colonial years, when handmade brick was scarce, the availability of native clay also afforded Valley pioneers to build attractive brick chimneys with courses of brick corbelling. The result: ...

Westlake Corporation’s WLK unit, Westlake Royal Building Products has launched Dryroll, a universal ridge vent and weather block. Dryroll is designed to optimize roof protection and attic ventilation.

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 ...