Had to deal with a similar mess last fall—wet leaves everywhere after a storm and a pretty steep roof (about 7/12). I’m decent with ladders, but even with grippy shoes, those shingles were slick. Tried a harness kit for the first time... not exactly intuitive, but worth it. Still ended up hiring someone for the tougher spots. My insurance adjuster was super picky about “evidence of professional repairs,” which I didn’t expect. Guess it’s just not worth risking a hospital bill or denied claim over a few branches.
That sounds a lot like what happened to me after a big windstorm last spring. My roof’s a bit flatter, but those wet leaves turn it into a skating rink no matter what. I get wanting to do it yourself—sometimes it feels silly to pay for something you could handle, but the risk just isn’t worth it. Insurance companies can be a pain about “professional” work, too. I once got grief over a patch job I did myself... lesson learned. You made the smart call bringing in help for the tricky spots.
I see this all the time—folks want to save a buck, but one slip on a slick roof and you’re looking at a hospital bill that dwarfs any pro’s invoice. Insurance companies are picky for a reason; they don’t want to pay out on DIY jobs gone wrong. I get the urge to handle it yourself, but unless you’ve got solid safety gear and know what you’re doing, it’s just not worth it. I’ve inspected plenty of roofs where a “quick fix” turned into a bigger headache later. Sometimes paying for expertise up front saves a lot of hassle down the line.
Yeah, I hear you. I’ve seen neighbors try to clear moss or debris themselves—one guy slipped and ended up with a busted wrist. Even if you’re careful, it’s easy to miss damage or mess up the shingles, especially on older roofs. I get wanting to save money, but sometimes the greener (and safer) choice is letting someone with the right gear handle it. Plus, pros usually know how to dispose of debris in an eco-friendly way, which is a nice bonus.
Yeah, I’ve seen folks try to DIY it too and honestly, it’s kinda wild how fast things can go wrong. I mean, I get wanting to save a few bucks, but one slip on wet moss and you’re out of commission for weeks. Plus, older shingles are way easier to mess up than people think. Sometimes paying a pro just saves you from a bigger headache down the line.
