Same here—unless you’re in a spot with brutal sun or raccoons, most boots last years. I’ve found that using a flashing tape under the boot lip helps t...

Yeah, the cosmetic dents are annoying—my panels have a few from last spring’s hail, and you really notice them in certain light. Curious if anyone’s t...

Extra insulation under metal panels does help with the noise—used mineral wool on mine and it’s way quieter during storms. It bumped up the cost, but ...

Fair point, but honestly, even thorough vetting doesn't always guarantee a good outcome. I had a similar experience when my HVAC guy recommended an in...

Had a neighbor who DIY'd a green roof and thought he had it all figured out... until a big storm rolled through. Structure held fine, but drainage was...

I get what you mean about thinking it was overkill initially. When drones first hit the scene for inspections, I figured it was just tech enthusiasts ...

Could be partly true, but I think another factor might be that our expectations have changed. Roofing materials today often prioritize cost-effectiven...

Had the same thing happen after a nasty windstorm. Turned out the ridge vent screws had backed out slightly over time, letting the vent lift just enou...

That's actually a pretty solid idea. I did something similar last fall after getting fed up with constantly clearing out soggy leaves and twigs. Inste...