I’ve looked at those mats for clients a few times, and honestly, I’ve got mixed feelings. They’re handy for a dusting or a thin layer, but once you ge...

I’ve seen so many gutter guards that claim to be “pine needle proof,” but I’ve yet to see one that actually lives up to that. The last house I inspect...

I’ve seen way too many folks obsess over every tiny air leak and totally miss the big insulation gaps, just like you said. In my experience, patchy at...

I get where you’re coming from, but I actually lean the other way—moisture meters have saved my hide more than once. Sure, they can be finicky with hu...

Yeah, I've seen this exact scenario play out way too often. Honestly, installers sometimes gloss over the details because they assume homeowners won't...

I've inspected plenty of roofs where the underlayment was toast way before its warranty expired. Honestly, warranties seem more like marketing tools t...

Interesting points about membranes, but honestly, I've seen TPO struggle near the ocean too. Salt air doesn't just eat metal—it can degrade certain me...

Good point about EPDM and UV resistance—I've seen plenty of older EPDM roofs still going strong after years in the sun. But from what I've observed, T...

Haha, I feel your pain with the flashing—it can definitely be tricky. Using a straight edge is a solid move, but have you tried using an actual metal ...

You're definitely onto something here. I've seen this pattern a lot, especially with HVAC and roofing repairs. Contractors know when they're in high d...