Rain gardens are a solid suggestion—I've seen them work wonders in my neighborhood. Another thing you might consider is strategic landscaping with nat...

I've done a few minor roof fixes myself—just replacing shingles and sealing a leak or two. Saved some cash and didn't fall off (yet, haha). You're rig...

Totally get that—video calls can really help catch issues early. When we built our place, ventilation seemed straightforward until we realized the kit...

Insurance covered most of ours, thankfully, but the deductible still stung a bit. Definitely true, but the initial estimates can give you a mini h...

Definitely not just you—I love that sound too. I've been considering metal myself, but the upfront cost makes me hesitate. Glad to hear insurance give...

Yeah, the noise factor has me hesitating a bit—our bedroom's right under the roof. Did you add any insulation or soundproofing to help with that, or j...

Been following this thread because I'm in a similar boat. Synthetic slate was my first choice too, but the quotes I got were pretty sobering. The asph...