Had a pretty close call recently. Was about to get my roof replaced since it looked pretty worn out and had some leaks here and there. But before diving in, I figured it'd be smart to have someone come out and do a thorough look-over, you know, just in case.
Turns out, the inspector found some structural issues underneath that could've caused major headaches later on—like, way more expensive headaches. He pointed out some rotted decking and even a spot where the framing was compromised. Honestly, I had no clue it was that bad. If I'd just gone ahead with the replacement without checking first, I'd probably be kicking myself right now.
Anyway, got all that sorted first, and now the new roof is up and looking great. Feels awesome knowing I avoided a potential disaster just by taking that extra step. Curious if anyone else has had a similar experience catching something big before it turned into a nightmare?
Smart move getting that inspection done first—I've seen so many homeowners rush into roof replacements without checking underneath, and it can get messy fast. One thing I'd suggest is to keep an eye on your attic space now that the new roof's up. Sometimes moisture issues linger if ventilation wasn't addressed properly. Catching problems early is always cheaper and easier than fixing them later...sounds like you've got a good handle on things though.
