That’s the part a lot of folks miss, honestly. Composite tiles are a solid upgrade—especially if you’re dealing with hail or want something that’ll la...

I hear you on the pre-bending—on a steep pitch, it’s like a wrestling match with gravity. I’ve found if you cut a template out of thin plywood first, ...

I’ve seen both, honestly. In the Midwest, wind can loosen flashing or pop up a shingle edge, and you might not notice until water gets in. Quarterly c...

That’s spot on. I can’t count how many times I’ve found cracked vent boots or flashing that looked fine from the ground but were shot up close. After ...

I get the safety concerns, especially with a 12/12 pitch—those are no joke. But I’ve seen a lot of folks overestimate the danger if they’re just deali...

Couldn't agree more with this. From what I see on inspections, those universal sleeves just don’t cut it once temps start dipping. I’ve lost count of ...

I usually recommend putting a clear expiration date on quotes, too—30 days is pretty standard in my area. But I’ve seen some contractors get burned wh...