I've gotta back you up on this one. When we redid our roof about eight years ago, I was skeptical about the peel-and-stick stuff—seemed like a gimmick at first. But after seeing how it handled a couple of nasty storms, I'm sold. We had a pretty brutal nor'easter last winter, and while some neighbors were out there patching shingles afterward, ours didn't budge an inch. Sure, the upfront cost stings a bit, but honestly, it's cheaper than dealing with repairs every time Mother Nature throws a tantrum. Plus, there's something to be said for not having to stress every time the weather forecast looks grim...peace of mind is worth more than people realize. Sounds like your client learned that firsthand!
Had a similar experience here—went with a green roof setup about five years ago. Thought it might be overkill at first, but after seeing it shrug off hailstorms that left neighbors scrambling...yeah, zero regrets. Upfront cost hurt, but the long-term payoff is legit.
"Thought it might be overkill at first, but after seeing it shrug off hailstorms that left neighbors scrambling...yeah, zero regrets."
Ha, exactly my thoughts when I went with impact-resistant shingles a couple years back. Neighbors teased me about being paranoid until a nasty storm rolled through and their roofs looked like Swiss cheese while mine barely had a scratch. Sure, insurance covered their repairs eventually, but who wants the hassle of dealing with adjusters and contractors every other year? Peace of mind is worth every penny.
Same here—went with metal roofing about five years ago, and at first I thought maybe I'd overspent. But after watching neighbors patching up shingles every spring, I'm feeling pretty good about the decision. Sure, it was pricier upfront, but skipping the yearly roof drama is priceless. Plus, the sound of rain on metal is oddly relaxing...makes storms almost enjoyable. You're definitely not alone in thinking peace of mind is worth the extra cost.
Interesting to hear your take on metal roofs. I've installed quite a few over the years, and most people end up feeling the same way after the initial sticker shock wears off. One thing I'm curious about though—have you noticed any issues with noise beyond rainstorms? I've had a couple of clients mention that hail can get pretty loud, even annoying, depending on insulation and attic setup. Also, how's your experience with snow sliding off? Had a homeowner last winter who wasn't prepared for the mini-avalanche that landed on their driveway. They ended up installing snow guards after the fact, but it got me wondering if that's something most people think about upfront or only realize later on...
