Yeah, gutter maintenance is one of those things that’s easy to forget until you’re dealing with a mess. I’ve seen composite tiles fade too, especially...
That’s the truth. I’ve seen folks try to “super-insulate” and block every vent, thinking it’ll save on heating, but then they end up with frost on the...
I hear you on the micro-mesh covers. My neighbor swore by them until last fall when we had that crazy windstorm—her gutters were basically a pine need...
That plasticky smell is exactly what threw me off the first time I used synthetic underlayment. I kept thinking it’d go away faster than the tar paper...
Yeah, I think you're onto something with combining both methods. Drones definitely have their place, especially right after a big storm when you don't...
I get where you're coming from, but honestly, even checking references from a year ago can be tricky. People sometimes forget minor annoyances or don'...
Went through something similar when we were looking into green roofing options. One quote was way lower than the others, and it turned out they were p...
Good point about corrugated metal—it's definitely easier to handle solo. But keep in mind, metal can get pretty noisy during heavy rain or hail. Addin...
Totally agree with you there—especially about avoiding asphalt-based sealants. I tried one of those cheaper asphalt sealants on a flashing repair a fe...
Yeah, airflow and prep work really are the unsung heroes here. I learned that lesson after installing a small metal roof on my garden shed. Thought I'...
Good point about the vents—it's easy to overlook them, especially when you're focused on something obvious like the attic hatch. Had a similar issue m...
Haha, this made me laugh because I swear mine thought the same thing. I tried cayenne pepper too, and all it did was give me spicy squirrels. Mothball...
That's a solid point. I've noticed the same issue here in the Pacific Northwest—it's not UV that's killing our underlayments, it's constant moisture a...
Yeah, totally get where you're coming from. Tech is awesome and all, but drones aren't exactly climbing up there and lifting shingles, right? I've see...