Metal vent flashings are definitely tempting, especially after dealing with split rubber boots and those relentless squirrels. I’ve seen a few jobs wh...

I’ve actually seen that happen—too much airflow and suddenly the bathroom pipes are freezing up in January. It’s like, you want to keep the attic cool...

WD-40’s a trap near the beach, honestly. I tried it on my old shed hinges and they just turned into sandpaper after a week. As for zinc anodes, I’ve o...

Yeah, I hear you on the Xactimate numbers—sometimes it feels like they’re just pulling prices out of thin air. I’ve seen the same thing with code upgr...

I was skeptical about drones at first too, but after seeing one in action during my apprenticeship, I'm coming around. We had a roof that looked total...

Yeah, good points. But honestly, I've noticed tile roofs can be tricky with cracked tiles too—sometimes they're hard to spot until leaks start. Maybe ...

Good points on flashing and underlayment, but I'm curious—has anyone had experience with reusing drip edges? I've heard mixed things. A buddy of mine ...

That's actually a pretty solid idea. Seen a few drone inspections myself, and they're great for spotting obvious issues quickly. But honestly, nothing...

Couldn't agree more on the stabilizers. I've seen a few sketchy moments myself, especially when the ground isn't perfectly level or it's wet from morn...