This is spot on. I’ve managed a few newer properties where the owners were really proud of how airtight everything was—until winter hit and they start...

Cutting at the yard definitely saves your back, no argument there. I’ll second the bit about big box panels—ran into some that scratched if you just l...

Had a place a few years back where we skipped ice & water shield to save on costs—big mistake. First winter, ice dam backed up and water found its...

Splash blocks can help, but they're more of a quick fix than a long-term solution, especially if your yard gets hit hard during storms. I've managed p...

Couldn't agree more. Learned the hard way myself—metal edging isn't forgiving. A heat gun and patience saved me from redoing the whole thing. Glad you...