I’ve tried the heat gun trick a couple times, mostly when I was desperate to get a patch to stick in borderline temps. It sort of works, but honestly,...

That lines up with what I’ve seen too—felt can be surprisingly resilient if it’s not left exposed for too long. Around Chicago, unless you’re dealing ...

I get where you’re coming from, but have you ever seen what a single hailstorm can do to a 3-year-old boot? I’ve replaced plenty that looked fine last...

That right there sums up most of the calls I get after a DIY job. Folks clear off a few branches or patch a shingle, think it’s all good, then months ...

Curious if you ever see flashing that’s worth patching, or is it always a full replacement once it’s brittle? I’ve had a few clients balk at the cost ...

Metal roofs are definitely a game-changer for wind and water. I’ve seen a lot of folks surprised by how much insurance companies value those upgrades,...

I get where you’re coming from about the old 3-tabs lasting, but have you looked into why the newer “designer” shingles get mixed reviews? Some of tho...

Funny how “maintenance-free” always seems to mean “less maintenance, but still some.” Did you notice if the overflow was just in one spot or all along...

I get the frustration with trusses, but is the hassle really that much worse than dealing with the extra framing costs and engineering for rafters? Ar...

I’ve put in a fair number of rubber shingle roofs over the last few years, mostly for folks tired of patching up three-tabs like you. The insulation q...

Totally get your frustration there—adjusters can sometimes be tricky. Did they give you any official scope or estimate yet, or are you just starting t...

Fair point, but isn't it a bit of a chicken-and-egg scenario? I've seen meticulous installations fail prematurely because the underlayment itself coul...