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Home Improvement Ideas: The Roof

Roof of Raised Ranch House
Change the Roof?
Photo © the homeowners

In spite of the problems, Abby and Michael knew there was hope for their rundown Raised Ranch. Sure, it was ordinary (Ugly! according to Abby) but it had potential. They began to list ideas.

Roof Ideas

  • Change the entire profile of the house by raising the roof
  • Add gabled dormers
  • Consider cathedral ceilings and skylights

    More About Roofs

  • Metal Roofing
  • Asphalt Shingle Roofing
  • Slate Roofing

    Next: Window ideas >>

    1. What Gives a House Character?
    2. Great View, Boring House
    3. Problems in Paradise: A House in Disrepair
    4. Home Improvement Ideas: The Roof
    5. Home Improvement Ideas: Windows
    6. Home Improvement Ideas: Siding
    7. Home Improvement Ideas: Additions
    8. Home Improvement Ideas: Porches and Decks
    9. Home Improvement Ideas: Landscaping
    10. A Remodeled Ranch

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