I hear you—sometimes a good cleaning is all it takes. But I’ve seen plenty of attics where airflow was just never right, even after clearing out block...

That fine print is a minefield, honestly. I’ve seen homeowners get tripped up just because one incentive called the same upgrade “energy efficient” an...

That’s spot on. I’ve seen tile roofs look great in milder spots, but up here, the freeze-thaw just eats them alive. Even with regular checks, it’s tou...

Powder coating’s a mixed bag in my experience. I’ve seen it hold up better than plain galvanized, but the salt air still finds a way in if there’s eve...

I’ve seen synthetics get stiff as a board when it drops below freezing—makes walking on the roof feel like skating on potato chips. I still see a lot ...

Honestly, I don’t know how folks keep up with it all on paper anymore. I’ve seen people lose out on warranty coverage just because they couldn’t dig u...

Yeah, I've seen similar issues pop up during inspections. Location definitely matters, but I've found the key is surface prep. Even the best products ...

I've found it really depends on the relationship you have with the installer and how invested they are in their local reputation. Had a client last ye...

Good tips on the rinsing and touch-ups—tedious but effective. Another thing I've seen work pretty well is applying a marine-grade protective coating r...

Had a similar experience myself a while back. Thought it was just the usual wear and tear, but turned out moisture was sneaking in under some trapped ...

Insurance is definitely one of those hidden factors that can swing the decision. I remember inspecting a commercial property a few years back where th...

Yeah, flashing around vents and skylights is definitely a common culprit. I've seen homeowners chase leaks for weeks, only to find out it was somethin...