Truer words. Been there—ate nothing but instant noodles for a month after my first major roof fix. Still worth it compared to the nightmare of tearing...

Yeah, shingles are usually a solid choice, especially if you’re dealing with typical weather and want something that won’t break the bank. But I’ll sa...

Had a job last winter where the homeowner swore up and down that his new insulation would fix everything, but he skipped the air sealing step because ...

Yeah, that slickness is no joke—almost wiped out once when I was rushing to tarp after a storm. Still, I’m with you, the trade-off’s worth it. Down he...

Copper strips do help with moss, but honestly, they’re not a magic bullet. I’ve seen them slow things down, but after a few years, especially in shady...

Good points about the attic—seen plenty of cases where folks thought they dodged a bullet, only to find hidden damage weeks later. Another sneaky spot...

Yeah, I ran into something similar a couple years back. We were looking at doing a green roof too—partly for the insulation benefits, partly because m...

Totally agree, being skeptical isn't paranoia—it's just smart. I've lost count of how many times a shiny exterior hid a disaster inside. And yeah, spo...

I get your point about fascia boards being sneaky, but honestly, sometimes people jump the gun on replacing them. I've seen plenty of cases where home...

I've seen a fair number of folks go the impact-resistant route, and honestly, they do seem to hold up better overall. Had a client last year who got s...