I hear you about the trade-offs. I’ve seen peel-and-stick hold up surprisingly well on newer roofs, especially when the shingles are still flexible an...

Exactly—seen this plenty of times. Architectural shingles definitely hold up better, but installation quality matters too. Even the best shingles won'...

Yeah, you're spot on about the algae issue—it's stubborn stuff. Thinning trees can help slow it down, but like you said, it's more of a temporary fix ...

Yeah, skipping those checkpoints can seem tempting at first—especially when you're eager to see progress—but it's almost always riskier than it looks....

Tile roofs definitely hold up well, but I wouldn't label them as "basically maintenance-free." Sure, they're durable and can last decades, but there's...

I've definitely seen premium services fall short, even with stellar reviews. A couple years back, I hired a highly recommended roofing company to redo...

Had a similar situation pop up a couple years back, but honestly, having an independent adjuster didn't really swing things much. The insurer still st...

I've inspected plenty of roofs after storms, and honestly, sometimes the high-end stuff is worth it, sometimes not so much. It really depends on your ...