Drone inspections have really changed the game, especially in places where hail is a constant threat. I’ve seen more than a few cases where a thorough...

That’s a good point—those plant-based underlayments are starting to show up in my area too, though I haven’t seen many installed yet. One thing I’d ad...

Couldn’t agree more—catching those little issues early can save a lot of money and headaches down the road. I’ve seen plenty of cases where a small sp...

That’s spot on. I’ve inspected plenty of roofs after storms and it’s almost always the ones with upgraded underlayment or extra fasteners that hold up...

That’s a classic insurance move—if it doesn’t leak, they call it “character.” I’ve seen a lot of metal roofs after hail storms, and structurally they’...

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen some newer truss systems that are designed with insulation and ventilation in mind—raised heel ...

That’s definitely worth flagging. I’ve seen premature granule loss tied to poor ventilation or even manufacturing defects, especially in colder climat...

Seven years out of aluminum flashing without major issues is actually pretty solid, especially if you’re in an area with a lot of freeze-thaw cycles. ...

Good points there—percentage deductibles can definitely be advantageous in certain scenarios. I've seen homeowners surprised by how much they saved on...

Yeah, it's easy to underestimate how quickly debris can cause issues. I remember inspecting a roof last spring where the homeowner had cleared the gut...

You raise some valid concerns, especially regarding cost-effectiveness. From my experience inspecting homes inland, plywood can indeed be sufficient f...

Yeah, that's a common misconception. Trusses seem like the budget-friendly option at first glance, but once you factor in heavier roofing materials li...