Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

Metal roofs have a lot to offer. Despite the higher up-front cost, a metal roof is likely to be a cost-effective choice in the long run. That’s in no small part because they can last anywhere from 40 ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...