Gable and hip roofs are two common styles you'll see on homes, but do you know the difference? The main distinguishing feature is how many sloped roof sections the house has and how the ends are ...

The Colonial Revival hip roof takes shape and the foundation is opened for a garage door. Charlie and Tom Silva work in the attic, installing a hip beam and roof rafters to match the original roof.

Not only are gable roofs beautiful, but they're easier to construct than other roof styles, such as hip roofs, mansard roofs, and gambrel roofs. Plus, the simple design sheds water easily and ...