- Seen it more than once. Doesn’t matter how fancy the panels are if the underlayment’s wrinkled, torn, or just plain missing in spots. - Had a place ...
- Noticed the same thing with red paint—seems like some brands just can’t get it to last. - Waxing helps, but I’m not convinced it’s the magic bulle...
- Good points all around. I see a lot of folks skip the attic check, thinking if the ceiling looks fine, they're in the clear. That's a gamble—I've se...
- Seen a lot of those “forever” sensors fail after a couple rough seasons, no matter the price tag. - Freeze/thaw cycles and debris are brutal—most ...
- Gotta say, sometimes venting gets blamed when the real issue is poor overall roof design or cheap materials. - I’d argue flashing is still more c...
- Powder coating always looks good at first, but I’ve seen a lot of it fail after a couple years, especially close to the coast. - Salt air just fin...
- 100% agree that paperwork alone just doesn’t cut it. I can’t count how many times I’ve shown up and the “documentation” is either missing, outdated,...
Yeah, ultrasonic repellents seem pretty hit-or-miss to me too. Had a client swear by predator urine pellets once, but honestly, I couldn't tell if it ...
- Ridge vents are usually quieter and lower maintenance, but they're not always a silver bullet for ice dams. - Powered fans can help, but honestly, I...
- True enough, but higher bids don't always guarantee better workmanship either. - I've seen plenty of pricey jobs that still cut corners or missed de...
- Totally agree on prep work—seen too many roofs fail early because someone skipped the basics. - Marine-grade aluminum is solid, but even then, I've ...
- Agree on installation—seen plenty of "premium" roofs fail early due to careless installs. - Ventilation's definitely overlooked; attic heat buildup ...
Sounds like you've met my old nemesis—DIY tape fixes. Sealants can buy you time, but honestly they're often just "slightly better" temporary fixes. Pr...
Good points on insulation—usually the first thing I recommend checking out. A lot of attic drips I've seen come down to condensation from warm air sne...
- Yep, seen plenty of tile roofs with hidden issues... cracked tiles are obvious, but sneaky leaks underneath can cause a headache. - Underlayment is ...