Tear-off is usually the safer bet, especially with an 18-year-old roof. I’ve seen too many cases where layering just hides problems—rot, mold, even pe...

Copper mesh is solid, but I’ve seen folks overlook stainless steel options, which can be just as effective for ember resistance and usually a bit more...

That’s the reality most homeowners don’t realize until they see water spilling over the gutters mid-storm. I’ve inspected plenty of houses where folks...

That sounds about right. I see it all the time—municipalities can be wildly inconsistent, even within the same county. Sometimes it’s just one inspect...

I hear you on the seams and flashing—those are definitely common failure points, especially if the original install was rushed or corners were cut. Bu...