That’s been my experience too. I tried the foam inserts thinking they’d be a cheap fix, but they just turned into a soggy mess after a season. The mic...
I’ve wondered the same, honestly. I used to swap out rubber boots every couple years, but after the last batch cracked (mostly on the south side, so I...
Totally agree on the rain chains—tried them once, looked great but just couldn’t keep up with our Midwest downpours. Anyone else notice gutter guards ...
I get wanting to avoid spending on software, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience with my city. The first time I tried to submit a hand-drawn...
I hear you about the attic heat, but I’m not totally convinced that adding a radiant barrier or going all-in with insulation is always worth the cost—...
That’s a good point about rinsing, though I’ll admit I don’t always keep up with it as much as I should. I’ve got a deck that’s maybe 8 years old, and...
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing—these reports look fancy, but half the time I’m just guessing what I’m supposed to be worried about. I had a drone i...
I get the appeal of smart gadgets, but isn’t it just another thing to break or need updates? I’ve had to replace a “smart” light switch that cost thre...
Twice a year is usually my baseline too, but do you think gutter guards are even worth it then? I've been tempted, but if pine needles slip through an...
Good point about the underlayment—I didn't upgrade mine when I redid my shingles, mostly because of budget. Haven't had issues yet, but now you've got...
I've definitely run into similar issues. Had a roof redone a couple years back, and the materials were solid quality, but the crew rushed through seal...
I've actually heard the opposite about noise levels. My neighbor switched to metal roofing last year, and during a hailstorm, he said it sounded like ...
Yeah, totally get where you're coming from. Insurance companies seem to have their own mysterious checklist, and if your upgrade isn't on it, good luc...
Good point about ventilation—definitely cheaper to check it early than deal with mold later. Anyone have a ballpark on what proper attic venting usual...
Yeah, that's exactly why I usually steer clear of insurance for minor stuff. Had a similar run-in with my mailbox last year (don't ask...), and after ...