"Still, can't deny the attic gives me serious horror movie vibes too—always half-expecting something to jump out at me up there."
Haha, totally relate to this. My attic isn't exactly my favorite hangout either—spiders, dust, and that eerie silence. But yeah, catching roofing issues early is key. Had a similar close call with some shingles that looked fine from the ground but were actually cracked underneath. Glad I caught it before winter hit... much cheaper than dealing with leaks later on.
Yeah, attics can be creepy, but honestly, you don't always have to climb up there to spot roof issues. A good pair of binoculars from the yard can reveal a lot—look for curled edges, missing granules, or darker patches. If something looks off, then brave the attic to check for water stains or daylight peeking through. Saved me from a nasty leak last spring... beats dealing with mold later.
Funny you mention binoculars—I tried that once but ended up climbing a tree for a better view (don't recommend, lol). Found some loose shingles I wouldn't have spotted otherwise. Got curious, checked the attic, and sure enough—water stains were just starting to form. Glad I caught it early, saved a bunch of hassle later. Still, gotta admit, attics at dusk...not my favorite place to hang out.
Haha, climbing trees for roof checks—that's dedication! Reminds me of a homeowner who once borrowed his kid's drone to inspect shingles...worked great until it got stuck in the gutter. Ever considered using tech like drones, or prefer sticking to binoculars (and trees)?
Haha, drones sound cool but aren't they kinda pricey? I'd probably end up crashing it anyway... Binoculars from the porch have been my go-to—cheap, safe, and no gutter rescues needed. Ever had issues with neighbors thinking you're spying though?
