Green roofs really are a game changer if you’re up for the maintenance. I put one on my garage a few years back, and honestly, the temp difference ins...

That flex in the trusses is exactly why I gave up on attic storage, too. Even if it feels like you’re only adding a few boxes, that weight adds up fas...

That’s exactly why I’m not sold on the leaf filter hype, especially with pines around. Those needles just sit on top and block everything, so you’re s...

Composites are definitely a solid move, especially if you’re tired of patching things up every couple years. I used to be all about sticking with what...

I get where you're coming from with green roofs, and I agree they're fantastic for insulation and aesthetics. But having worked on a couple myself, I'...

Yeah, I've run into that too. Insurance companies often leave wiggle room in their wording—probably hoping most people won't push back. A few years ag...

Polycarbonate's pretty durable overall, but yeah, UV can be rough on it long-term. I've seen some panels hold up surprisingly well if they're UV-treat...

I've worked with both aluminum and steel roofing sheets, and honestly, steel usually holds up better against hail. Aluminum is lighter and great for c...

Steel wool and foam combo is solid advice—used it myself a few times. Another trick I've found helpful, especially around metal roofing edges, is copp...

Had a similar experience last spring—thermal drone gave me some false positives because of tree shade patterns messing with the readings. Still saved ...