"Either way, I wouldn't put all my trust into warranties alone—seen too many homeowners disappointed when their '30-year shingles' barely make it past 10..."
Yeah, warranties seem more like marketing gimmicks nowadays. Makes me wonder if climate shifts—hotter summers, harsher storms—are also speeding up wear and tear? Just a thought...
I've wondered about that too... could it also be related to changes in manufacturing quality or materials used these days? Seems like everything's built to be replaced sooner rather than later. I mean, my neighbor's roof was redone just 8 years ago, and it's already looking rough. Makes me question if it's really just climate or if companies are cutting corners somewhere along the line. Thoughts?
Yeah, I've noticed something similar. Had my roof replaced about 15 years ago, and honestly, it started looking worn way sooner than I expected. I think it's probably a combo of things—materials aren't what they used to be, and maybe some contractors are cutting corners to save costs. Weather might play a role too, but still... my parents' roof lasted almost 30 years without issues. Makes you wonder what's really changed.
I've noticed the same thing with my roof. Had it done about 12 years ago, and it's already looking pretty rough around the edges. Honestly, I think part of it is that a lot of newer shingles just aren't built to last like the older ones were. After seeing how quickly mine wore out, I switched to a green roof (plants and all) on my shed as an experiment... surprisingly low maintenance so far, and it seems to handle weather way better. Might be worth considering alternatives if you're tired of replacing shingles every decade or so.
Interesting you mention the green roof idea. I've installed a few of those for clients over the past couple years, and they've generally been pretty happy with them. Definitely seems like newer shingles don't hold up as long—could be due to manufacturers cutting corners or maybe the materials themselves just aren't as durable as they used to be. Hard to say exactly.
Did you find it tricky to set up the green roof yourself? I know some homeowners hesitate because it seems complicated at first glance, but once it's established, maintenance is usually minimal. Also curious if you've noticed any difference in insulation or temperature control with your shed compared to your main house? I've heard mixed things—some people swear by the cooling effect in summer, others don't notice much difference.
Another thing I've been wondering about lately is metal roofing. Seen a lot more of those popping up around my area, and they seem pretty durable. Anyone here have experience with metal roofs holding up better than shingles long-term?
