That’s for sure. I’ve always found that tear-offs give you a much better look at what’s actually happening underneath, but it’s tough to justify the e...

Those hailstorms are brutal, and I hear you on the insurance headaches—sometimes it feels like they’re just waiting for any excuse to deny a claim. I’...

Thermal imaging’s a solid tool, but it’s definitely not infallible. I’ve had scans on commercial buildings where “anomalies” were just spots that caug...

That’s been my experience too. Even stainless fasteners will start to pit after a few seasons if you’re right on the water. I’ve had better luck with ...

That’s a good point about the warranties—sometimes the local yards really do offer better specs, especially on coatings and thickness. I’ve run into i...

I've had similar experiences with spray sealants. A couple of years ago, we had a persistent leak in one of our properties right in the middle of wint...

That's a practical approach, especially if you're dealing with heavy tree coverage. However, I'd argue that seasonal checks still have their place, ev...

Ladder stabilizers definitely deserve more attention—seen too many close calls myself. Regarding the fading, UV exposure is usually the culprit. If it...

You're spot on about workmanship being a major factor. I've managed properties where we've had premium tiles installed, yet within a few years, leaks ...

Good call on the butyl tape—I swear by that stuff. Peel-and-stick can be hit or miss, especially if there's even a hint of moisture or dust left behin...