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...

Totally agree aluminum's great, but don't underestimate the power of a proper coating. Aluminum sheets are naturally corrosion-resistant, sure, but sa...