I've had similar experiences with rubber flashings—thought I nailed it, but ended up chasing leaks every spring. Silicone-based boots definitely seem ...

Been there myself... held off on insulation upgrades initially, but once we finally bit the bullet, the difference was night and day. Definitely worth...

Totally agree about gutter guards not being a "set it and forget it" solution. I've found mesh guards helpful too, but even then, smaller debris and d...

From my experience, thermal imaging definitely becomes more valuable as the roof ages—especially around the 10-15 year mark when hidden moisture issue...

That's a really good point about checking contractor certifications. I learned the hard way myself—had a roof installed years ago, and when issues pop...

Had a similar experience with CertainTeed—great shingles overall, but warranty fine print can be tricky. Tamko's been solid for me too, even through s...

Galvanic corrosion can definitely be an issue, especially near saltwater environments, but in my experience, it's manageable if you're careful about m...