"Honestly, I wish I'd known more about green roofs back then."
Green roofs can definitely pay off long-term, especially with storm resilience and insulation benefits. Curious though, have you checked if your roof structure can handle the extra weight? Sometimes that's a hidden cost people overlook...
Yeah, good point about the structure—didn't even cross my mind until after I started researching. I wonder if there's a way to reinforce an existing roof without breaking the bank... seems worthwhile if you're already doing repairs anyway.
Yeah, reinforcing the roof while you're already up there makes sense—definitely cheaper than dealing with another storm later. You might look into hurricane clips or straps; they're pretty affordable and straightforward to install if you're handy. Also, adding some extra bracing between rafters can help distribute wind loads better. Did mine a couple years back after a nasty storm, and it's held up well since. Worth the peace of mind, honestly.
Totally agree on the hurricane clips—seen them save roofs more than once. One thing I'd add is checking your attic ventilation while you're up there. After storms, I've noticed moisture buildup causing mold or rot issues down the line. Had a client last year who reinforced everything but overlooked ventilation...ended up costing him extra later. Might as well tackle it all at once if you're already climbing around up there, right?
Good point about ventilation—definitely cheaper to check it early than deal with mold later. Anyone have a ballpark on what proper attic venting usually costs? Last storm, I fixed the fence, patched shingles, and replaced gutters...felt like my wallet took a direct hit from the hurricane itself. If attic ventilation isn't too pricey, might as well get ahead of it now rather than kicking myself later.
