Totally agree on the over-sealing thing—people get so focused on energy efficiency, they forget a house needs to breathe. I’ve seen a few attics where...

Couldn't agree more with this point—organization really is key. I've found it helpful to keep a detailed timeline of communications and actions taken....

Funny you mention that—I actually did something similar last winter, and it worked surprisingly well. I used a small insulated cooler bag with a coupl...

Thermal imaging definitely has its place, though. Had a similar issue last year—a tiny leak turned into a real headache, and the usual visual inspecti...

Those are solid tips, especially the photo documentation—saved me a headache once or twice. Another thing I'd add is to keep a simple log of maintenan...

Starting super early does help—been there myself—but honestly, even that has its limits. Couple summers ago, we had a project downtown where the TPO w...

I've had decent luck with Tamko too, but honestly, both brands still rely heavily on asphalt-based materials. If you're really after longevity and sus...

Yeah, that's a common oversight. Matching tile type to climate is crucial, but it's also worth considering roof pitch and ventilation. Even the best t...

Couldn't agree more. Learned this the hard way myself when my parents' roof started leaking just a few years after installation. Manufacturer asked fo...