I get where you’re coming from—sometimes it feels like you’re just waiting for the next drip to show up. I’ve seen those all-metal boots last a long t...

Honestly, I’ve seen both. The paperwork definitely matters—photos, receipts, all that—but using an approved crew seems to make the process less of a h...

That’s what I’ve seen used in high fire zones, but honestly, the number of vents they recommend always seems a bit much. I get why they play it safe, ...

I've tried those foam gaskets too, and honestly, I didn't notice much improvement. Maybe my walls are just extra drafty or something... Anyway, what a...

Yeah, soil type definitely matters. I've seen a few drainage setups where people followed the standard depth guidelines and still ended up with issues...

I've noticed that too—had a similar issue a couple years back. Followed the manufacturer's instructions exactly, yet still ended up chasing leaks afte...

I've been skeptical about underlayment ratings for a while now. Manufacturers usually test under perfect lab conditions, which we know rarely match re...

Gotta hand it to you for trying the DIY route—I respect that. But honestly, manufacturers aren't always just being stubborn or greedy (though sometime...