- Had similar doubts myself about ridge vents at first... seemed like just another upsell. - But gotta admit, after installing them on a few jobs, hom...

- Good points, regular asphalt can def hold up fine. - Had a customer a few years back who went budget shingles in a moderate storm area... lasted abo...

Had a similar issue a few years back—warranty language felt like it was intentionally confusing. Filed a BBB complaint and also emailed the manufactur...

- Totally agree about the attic hatch—it's crazy how much warm air sneaks up through there. People underestimate that tiny gap. - Curious though, have...

Totally agree—underlayments are way more important than most people realize. A few quick points from experience: - Manufacturer claims about lifespan...

- Copper mesh is definitely tougher than aluminum, especially against squirrels and rodents. Seen it hold up really well in attic vents and soffits. -...

- Installed both Highlander NEX and Vista AR on different jobs over the past few years. Here's what I've noticed: - Highlander NEX is solid, reliable...

Ha, sounds like quite the ecosystem going on! I'd grab a soft-bristle roofing brush or maybe even a gentle broom—nothing metal, though. Keep it chill,...

- Interesting point about intuition, but relying too much on gut feeling can sometimes lead you astray. - I've seen cases where experienced folks were...