Metal roofs are tempting, but the upfront cost made me hesitate. I’ve heard they last way longer and handle storms better, though. Have you looked int...

I’m with you on the silicone-backed weatherstripping—it’s not cheap, but it’s the only thing that’s lasted more than a season on my old, warped hatch....

I get wanting to skip extras when every dollar counts, but honestly, I tried leaving the drip edge off my shed roof to save a bit. Regretted it after ...

That’s exactly what I ran into—everyone told me to just rip out all the old insulation and start fresh, but honestly, money’s tight and that sounded l...

I totally get what you mean—those reports can make you feel like your roof’s about to collapse when it’s just a bit of missing insulation or sun-baked...

Yeah, drones are great for a quick overview, but they just don't catch everything. Last spring, I climbed up myself and noticed some shingles lifting ...

Totally agree with your take on combining methods. Drones are cool and all, but nothing beats actually getting eyes (and hands) on the roof. Glad you ...

I get what you're saying, but honestly, I think most people would pay a little extra if they knew upfront that something was easy to fix. At least, I ...

Haha, seriously... I swear they do it on purpose. Learned the hard way myself—now I snap pics of everything. Saved me big-time when my dishwasher went...

Totally agree with the drone idea—it's saved me from some nasty surprises. I used to rely on binoculars too, thinking I was being smart and budget-fri...