Micro-mesh is definitely a step up from foam, but I agree—nothing’s really maintenance-free, especially with mature trees nearby. I’ve seen the same i...

Yeah, the wind uplift stuff can get pretty technical. In my area (coastal, lots of storms), the code required a specific type of perimeter restraint a...

That’s honestly one of the smartest habits you can pick up. Green roofs are great for insulation and runoff, but yeah, “maintenance-free” is kind of a...

That’s spot on—blocked soffits are a classic culprit for poor attic airflow. I’ve run into this a lot, especially when people add blown-in insulation ...

That’s spot on. I see a lot of folks eager to install green roofs or solar, but if the structural integrity isn’t there, you’re risking way more than ...

I get where you’re coming from—“sometimes it’s just worth doing it right, even if it stings a bit at first”—but I’d push back a little on the idea tha...

Yeah, 48 hours does seem pretty tight for a membrane quote. Typically, in my experience, most suppliers set around 7-14 days as standard, especially w...

Good points on gauge thickness—I've seen similar issues firsthand. A few years back, I worked on a coastal project where the homeowner insisted on alu...

Couldn't agree more. A few years back, I installed heated cables thinking they'd solve my ice dam issues permanently. They worked fine initially, but ...

My inspector actually climbed up there—he even took photos of the flashing and shingles close-up. Honestly, binoculars alone won't catch subtle issues...