That’s the truth. I had my roof redone a few years back (asphalt, 6/12 pitch, Gulf Coast) and even after picking the “best” materials, I still crawled...

Yeah, the noise with metal roofs is no joke—especially if you’ve got a vaulted ceiling or minimal insulation. I’ve got standing seam on my workshop an...

I get the appeal of a green roof for cooling, but I’m not convinced it’s always the best fit this close to saltwater. The maintenance can be a real he...

That’s been my experience too—those allowances are almost always set at the bare minimum. I remember when we did our addition, the “included” shingle ...

I get where you're coming from about wanting a clean slate, but I think it’s worth mentioning that layering isn’t always just a “quick fix.” There are...