Felt really does have that stubborn streak—seen it myself, especially on those old houses where everything else is falling apart but the felt’s still ...

Tarp with wood strips has worked for me too, especially on my old asphalt roof. I’m always wary of peel-and-stick stuff—once moisture’s in, it’s tough...

I get the appeal of metal, but it’s not a magic bullet either. I’ve seen plenty of condensation issues and noise complaints, especially when temps swi...

Interesting—my experience was kind of the opposite. I went with deck-mounted seals on a low-slope metal roof (Pacific NW), and honestly, I haven’t not...

Yeah, the landfill issue with synthetics bugs me too. I get why folks like them—they really do hold up better in nasty weather, and I’ve seen felt jus...

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen enough shingle waste pile up at my local dump to be a little wary. Even with “better” shingles and good ...