- Definitely agree, metal roofs can seem pricey up front, but the long-term benefits usually win out for folks who plan to stay put. - Insurance disco...

- Spot on about the “is this a leak or just weird condensation?” dilemma—happens all the time. - Those musty smells after a wet winter can sometimes...

- Seen this a lot—insurance companies can be all over the place with metal roofs. - Sometimes it’s the roof age, but storm history and even zip code...

- Totally agree on drainage layers being the unsung hero. I’ve seen folks obsess over soil recipes and then get swamped (literally) when the water’s g...

- 100% agree on not just trusting the “pros” to get it all. I’ve seen plenty of “finished” jobs where you lift a shingle and find a whole science expe...

- Drip edge is one of those things that seems minor until it isn’t. I’ve seen a lot of “it’s fine” jobs turn into “why is my fascia mushy?” calls a fe...

- I get where you’re coming from about baffles and adding soffit vents, but sometimes powered fans really do help—especially in climates with crazy hu...

- Totally agree on the “marine” label not always meaning much. I’ve had some so-called marine screws rust out in under two years, especially on jobs r...

Good points all around. I've seen similar situations—people adding vents left and right but still having issues. A few things I've learned along the w...

Yep, that's been my experience too. Warranty enforcement can be inconsistent, but usually depends a lot on the contractor and manufacturer involved. A...

Good point about cosmetic exclusions—I've seen that come up a few times. Had a customer last year with a metal roof who got hit pretty hard by hail. I...