A roof sheds water, but it’s the gutter and downspout system that carries the water away from the house. Most gutters and downspouts are made from galvanized steel, aluminum, or vinyl, though you may find some made from wood or copper.
Gutters are attached to the eaves of the house with strap, bracket, or; most commonly, [...]

Cantilevered bay windows, box bay windows, and bow windows can be built in the same type of opening as conventional windows. The job is heavier but in essence it is only a little more involved than installing a conventional window. Be aware that the building-code requirements for the rough sill for a bay window may [...]