That’s spot on—thermal imaging can be a real mixed bag. I’ve had it point out a “major leak” that was just an old bird’s nest heating up in the sun. S...

Mixing up the routine is smart—I've caught a few leaks early that way, especially after those surprise spring storms. Midwest weather really does a nu...

Can’t argue with that—materials matter, but water’s relentless. I had a “lifetime” shingle roof, barely five years old, and a single missed flashing d...

Can’t tell you how many times I’ve seen folks drop thousands on a new roof, only to deal with mold or warped decking a few years later because they sk...

Can’t argue with ugly and reliable, especially when it comes to outdoor storage. I’ve had similar experiences—composite boxes look great out of the bo...

Good points above, but I'd add another angle—agricultural supply stores. They're often overlooked, yet they stock metal roofing sheets regularly for b...

I've had mixed experiences with turbines myself. When installed correctly, they're pretty effective, especially in hot climates. But I've also seen th...

True, although from my experience, it's often less about tweaking and more about manufacturers overselling durability specs. Still, kudos to your neig...