"Roof looked fine from below, but once I was up there, it was slicker than an ice rink."
Yikes, glad you're okay. I've been tempted to climb up myself after storms, but as a new homeowner I'm always wondering—how do you even know what to look for up there? Seems risky without experience...
Honestly, climbing up on your roof after a storm isn't worth the risk if you're not used to it. You'd be surprised how much you can spot safely from the ground with binoculars—or even better, just get a drone up there. Way safer, and you'll still catch most issues.
"You'd be surprised how much you can spot safely from the ground with binoculars—or even better, just get a drone up there."
Fair point about drones, but aren't they kinda tricky to fly in windy conditions right after a storm? I've never used one myself, but I've heard stories about drones getting tossed around or lost in bad weather... Has anyone actually tried this method successfully post-storm? Curious if it's really as practical as it sounds.
Fair point about drones, but aren't they kinda tricky to fly in windy conditions right after a storm? I've never used one myself, but I've heard stories about drones getting tossed around or lost...
Drones can definitely be tricky right after a storm, especially if winds haven't fully died down yet. I've flown mine a few times post-storm to check my roof and gutters, and honestly, it's doable but nerve-wracking. You really need a drone with decent stabilization and GPS lock—otherwise, yeah, it's easy to lose control or crash. I'd say binoculars are safer for quick checks, but drones do give you way better detail if you're careful and patient enough to wait for calmer conditions.
Yeah, drones can be a bit sketchy right after storms. I've flown mine a couple times to check shingles and flashing, and even with GPS lock, gusts can still catch you off guard. One time I thought the wind had died down enough, but halfway up it started drifting sideways pretty hard—had to bring it down quick before it ended up in my neighbor's yard. Binoculars are definitely safer for a quick glance, but if you're trying to spot smaller issues like lifted shingles or damaged flashing, drones really do help. Just gotta pick your moment carefully and maybe practice flying in calmer conditions first so you're comfortable handling unexpected gusts.
