"Yeah, there's some maintenance involved—but honestly, it's not that bad."
Agreed on this. Most moisture issues I've seen were due to poor drainage setups or sloppy installs. A properly designed green roof has solid waterproofing layers and drainage mats—pretty straightforward stuff. Sure, you gotta check it now and then, but honestly, I've inspected way more leaks from shoddy asphalt shingles than from green roofs done right... just sayin'.
- Yep, seen this firsthand. Helped redo a roof last summer—owner went cheap on drainage mats, thought he'd save a buck.
- Fast forward two months: mini swamp on the roof, frogs included (no joke).
- Lesson learned: spend a bit more upfront, save yourself from surprise wildlife habitats later...
Had something similar happen after a storm—cheap shingles peeled right off, and suddenly my attic was hosting a pigeon family. Definitely worth investing upfront to avoid surprise roommates later...
I get the pigeon thing—had squirrels myself once, and trust me, they're way worse guests. But honestly, even pricier shingles aren't foolproof. Storms can still rip them off if they're strong enough. Ever considered a green roof? Yeah, upfront costs are higher, but they're surprisingly durable, great insulation, and bonus: pigeons prefer shingles over sedum plants. Plus, your neighbors will think you're some eco-genius...
"Ever considered a green roof? Yeah, upfront costs are higher, but they're surprisingly durable..."
Green roofs can be solid, but keep in mind they need proper drainage and structural support. Seen a few DIY attempts go sideways... If you're serious, definitely get a pro to check your roof structure first.
