That’s a fair point about insurance—I've noticed underwriters getting pickier about torch work lately, especially on older buildings. Cold-applied doe...
I hear you, but honestly, I’ve found the foam inserts can create their own set of problems if you’re in a really wet climate. They tend to trap moistu...
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had decent luck drying out insulation—at least with smaller leaks and when we catch them early. We h...
That’s been my experience too. I managed a property in central Illinois with clay tiles, and the freeze-thaw cycles did a number on them after just a ...
The insurance process really can drag on, and I’ve seen more than a few owners get caught off guard by how much documentation matters. One time after ...
Those “miracle” sprays really do get hyped up, but I’ve yet to see one hold up through a full freeze-thaw cycle, especially on exposed metal. Even the...
We’ve got a few properties in the Austin area, and I’ve had Malarkey Highlander NEX “cool roof” shingles on one of them for about three years now. The...
Yeah, the whole deductible thing can get confusing fast. In my experience, if all the damage is from the same storm and reported together, it’s usuall...
Interesting point about the noise levels—I manage a few properties with box vents, and honestly, tenants haven't mentioned any noticeable difference d...
I installed gutter guards on a property last year—honestly, mixed feelings. They definitely cut down on debris, but smaller stuff still sneaks through...
I can confirm recycled rubber underlayments generally do hold up well in harsh climates. We manage several properties in areas with pretty severe wint...
Interesting points here. I've managed properties with both metal and shingle roofs, and honestly, each has its quirks. Metal roofs are definitely dura...
I've had mixed results with drones myself. They're great for general overviews and spotting obvious damage, but subtle things like loose shingles or f...
I get where you're coming from, but I'd argue insulation upgrades can still be pretty impactful—just not as a standalone fix for leaks. A few years ba...
Haha, your post reminded me of a similar experience I had a couple years back. Got a roofing estimate, and right in the middle of the materials list w...