That’s a good point about moisture—layering shingles can definitely hide a lot of problems. I’ve seen cases where the second layer looked fine, but un...

This is pretty much what I see too—underwriting tends to be blunt, not surgical. Even with all the defensible space and fire-resistant upgrades, if yo...

Yeah, I’d have to agree—“hidden” water rarely stays that way for long. I’ve seen folks try running dehumidifiers or cutting small inspection holes, bu...

Had a place last winter where the homeowner had gorgeous new trusses, but the insulation was jammed right up to the roof deck—no baffles, soffits tota...

Green roofs are definitely getting more attention these days, but I’ll admit, I’m a bit cautious about how they interact with attic ventilation—especi...

I’ve run into a few situations where baffles ended up being more trouble than help, especially in older homes with low-pitch roofs. One place had the ...

I've inspected plenty of homes post-storm, and honestly, your experience isn't uncommon. A roof can look perfectly intact externally but still hide mo...

Totally get where you're coming from on the tape issue—had plenty of homeowners swear by whatever bargain-bin miracle product they found online. But h...

Trusses are definitely budget-friendly, but attic storage with them is always a gamble—seen plenty of sagging ceilings from overloaded bottom chords. ...

That's a fair point about green roofs, and I've seen a few that held up impressively well too. But honestly, they're not a universal solution. I've in...

Good advice overall, but I'd caution against relying too heavily on sealants—even premium ones. Sealants are great for minor touch-ups, but they're ul...

Negotiating after the initial quote is pretty common practice, especially in home improvement projects. Contractors often expect a bit of back-and-for...