Haha, I feel you on the frogs packing their bags—had a similar wildlife eviction myself. I did pretty much the same thing, but also threw in a few extra drainage holes around the edges for good measure. Figured it couldn't hurt, right? Now my roof garden’s less swampy and more "zen gravel garden"... minus the frogs, sadly. But hey, better frogless than ceiling-less, amirite?
Smart move adding those extra drainage holes—can't tell you how many times I've seen roof gardens turn into mini swamps. Gravel's definitely the way to go, though I gotta admit, frogs do add character... until they're dripping through your ceiling, anyway.
Good call on the gravel—it's a solid choice for drainage and keeps things tidy. Frogs are fun until they're hopping around your living room at 2 AM... been there. If you're looking to keep wildlife visits minimal, consider adding a thin layer of filter fabric beneath the gravel. It helps prevent soil clogging without compromising drainage. Glad you caught it early; regular checks really do pay off in the long run.
Good advice on the filter fabric, though I'd add a quick caution: make sure it's breathable enough. I've seen folks accidentally use landscaping fabric that's too dense, and it ends up trapping moisture instead of letting it drain—exactly what you don't want under gravel. A good geotextile fabric usually does the trick nicely.
And yeah, frogs indoors at night... been there too, unfortunately. Had one leap out at me from behind a couch cushion once—almost spilled my coffee everywhere. Regular roof checks really are underrated. Catching small issues like loose flashing or minor shingle damage early can save you from some pretty hefty repair bills down the line. Glad your checks paid off!
"Regular roof checks really are underrated. Catching small issues like loose flashing or minor shingle damage early can save you from some pretty hefty repair bills down the line."
Good points overall, but I'd add that frequent roof checks aren't always practical for everyone. If you're not comfortable climbing ladders or roofs, it might be safer (and smarter) to schedule a professional inspection once or twice a year instead. DIY is great, but safety first... Seen too many close calls from folks underestimating heights or slippery shingles.
