Architectural shingles do tend to hold up better, especially in high-wind situations. I've inspected plenty of roofs after storms, and the difference ...

Yeah, ventilation's underrated for sure. Had a buddy whose OSB decking lasted decades in Arizona heat, but here in Florida, I've seen the same stuff w...

I've noticed similar issues with automated storm shutters—great in theory, but when sensors malfunction during a storm, you're stuck troubleshooting i...

Couldn't agree more with this sentiment. In my experience assessing storm damage, I've seen plenty of cases where homeowners opted for premium roofing...

Totally get where you're coming from on green roofs—great in theory, but not always practical in reality. From my experience, asphalt shingles usually...

I've dealt with quite a few gutter issues after storms, and honestly, pine needles are a special kind of headache. Even the heavy-duty guards seem to ...

Reflective coatings are great, but another straightforward solution I'd suggest is improving attic insulation and ventilation. Proper insulation drast...

Borrowing against equity can be practical, especially for critical repairs like roofing, but personally I'd hesitate to tap into home value unless it'...