Cutting up old PJs for rags isn’t overkill at all—honestly, I think it’s smart. Softer fabric’s less likely to scratch up delicate surfaces, especiall...
That quarter inch can be a nightmare, especially after a big rain. I’ve seen spots where water pooled just enough to start seeping under the membrane—...
Flat roofs are a whole different animal, for sure. With pitched roofs (asphalt shingles, in my case), I usually do a walk-around after any big storm—l...
Had a client last winter who went with composite tiles—looked sharp, but I was skeptical at first. That lines up with what I saw. The key thing we no...
Had a similar situation a couple years back, and honestly, sealing was just a temporary fix in my experience. Eventually, water found its way back in—...
Couldn't agree more on this. I've seen folks slap a solar fan smack in the middle of their roof thinking it'll magically fix everything, only to find ...
Yeah, humidity definitely throws a wrench in things. I've found that around 40-60% humidity is usually the sweet spot for welding TPO. Anything higher...
French drains can definitely be a lifesaver, but you're right—they're not always necessary. I've seen plenty of yards bounce back just from tweaking t...
Good tips here. One thing I'd add from personal experience—don't just eyeball it from the ground. Get up there and check it out properly, because some...
I've noticed the same thing lately. Had a roof replaced after storm damage a few years back—materials were solid, but the crew rushed through sealing ...
Insurance companies can be tricky like that—seen it plenty of times after storms. Independent adjusters usually have a sharper eye because they're not...
Yeah, roofing repairs can escalate pretty quickly once you start digging around. If you're lucky, a basic patch-up might run you just a couple hundred...
I've actually tried thermal imaging with drones a few times, and honestly, it's pretty handy—especially after a big storm. Regular drone footage misse...
Yeah, that's a good point. Inspectors usually know their stuff, but I've seen plenty of storm damage slip through unnoticed. If you've had heavy winds...
Yeah, twice a year sounds about right. I've found that timing it just before heavy rains hit helps avoid overflow issues. And those pine needles... i...