I've had a similar experience, actually. I caught a flashing issue literally weeks after installation, thinking it'd be a straightforward fix under wa...

Totally agree on sealing first—makes insulation actually effective. As for radiant barriers, they're decent if your attic gets direct sun exposure. In...

Glad to see ventilation and insulation getting the attention they deserve here. Reflective shingles do get hyped up a lot, but in my experience, they'...

I get the convenience of borrowing from neighbors, but personally I'd be cautious about mixing sheets from different batches or manufacturers. Even mi...

Ventilation is definitely important, but condensation issues after switching roofing materials aren't always about airflow. When I switched from shing...

I've used both local suppliers and big-box sheets, and honestly, the local galvanized stuff seemed thicker and had a more consistent coating. Big-box ...

Yeah, metal roofs are solid, but the upfront cost still makes me hesitate. We went with mid-range recycled shingles too—no major regrets yet, but vent...

I went through a similar decision last summer when we replaced our roof. Initially, I leaned toward pricing by square because it seemed more transpare...