I’ve run into the same thing—drone shots are helpful for spotting obvious damage, but they just don’t catch everything. I manage a few older buildings...
Binoculars and a broom—honestly, that’s not far off from what I’ve seen some folks do. I manage a few older properties, and after last year’s ice stor...
That’s the part a lot of folks miss. I’ve walked into more than one house where someone thought a big attic fan would be a magic fix, only to end up w...
We switched to 316 on a few of our coastal properties too, and honestly, the difference is marginal once you’re right up against the ocean. Even with ...
316 stainless is about as good as it gets for hardware near the ocean, but even that stuff will pit if you don’t keep up with maintenance. I’ve seen p...
I’ll second that—rushing hip and ridge work always leads to headaches later. One thing I’d add: double-check your nail placement, especially on hips. ...
That's a reasonable approach, especially given how volatile material costs have been lately. I've seen similar situations—locking in prices too long c...
Couldn't agree more on the sit-down approach. I've had my share of headaches when contractors start tossing around jargon assuming everyone's on the s...
Couldn't agree more about flashing—it's often overlooked because people tend to focus on shingles or vents first. Another sneaky spot I've encountered...
Agreed, the ecological benefits are definitely impressive, especially in urban environments. But from a property management perspective, I have to adm...
In my experience, color doesn't play a significant role when it comes to handling standing water. I've managed properties with both dark and light-col...
I've used the dampening method a few times myself—traction wasn't really an issue as long as you don't overdo it. Just a light mist usually does the t...
Exactly right. I've seen buildings with top-tier reflective coatings still struggle because the attic ventilation wasn't properly planned. Curious if ...
I've found aluminum flashing pretty reliable too, but honestly, nothing's ever truly maintenance-free. As for plants and substrates, sedums have been ...