- Swapped to silicone boots on my main vent stack three years back (central Indiana, so not too different from you weather-wise). Paid a premium, but ...

- I’ve had similar results with the newer composite shingles—definitely staying flatter than I expected, especially with all the rain we get here. - Y...

- Had the same issue with mesh guards—just ended up with a layer of muck on top instead of inside the gutter. - Tried the foam inserts one year. The...

- I’ve actually tried radiant barriers under the roof deck in my last place (Texas, so it gets brutal in summer). Honestly, didn’t see a huge differen...

- Labeling wires is a lifesaver, especially when you’re swapping thermostats in a hurry. - I’ve kept a cheap digital one in the junk drawer for year...