- Powered attic fans get a lot of hype, but honestly, I’ve seen more issues than solutions when folks install them without thinking through the whole ...
- Seen this play out a bunch, especially after big storms. Quotes expire, but the real holdup is always insurance or adjusters dragging things out. - ...
- Trusses are engineered for specific loads—usually just the roof and ceiling, not storage. Even “beefy” ones can surprise you with how little extra w...
Not totally sold on the “ice and water shield everywhere” approach, especially with green/living roofs. A few things I’ve noticed: - True, but if th...
- Agree with most of this, especially about color and older membranes. Seen too many repairs where the old stuff just curls up no matter how careful y...
Insurance usually covers temp fixes if they're preventing further damage, but they'll scrutinize receipts closely—seen plenty of claims get denied ove...
- - True, placement matters, but honestly attic insulation quality is often overlooked. Seen plenty of attics with decent venting still roasting be...
Yeah, roofing and ventilation can be tricky... seen plenty of attics with insulation piled high but still moisture issues underneath. Insulation helps...
Yeah, gotta agree here. Ferns can be a bit of a gamble—I've seen them work their way into shingles and even lift flashing if they're the tougher-roote...
Yeah, sealing around vents can be a pain—seen plenty of DIY jobs where folks missed spots they swore were airtight. Honestly, though, gaps around flas...
- Humidity can definitely mess things up, but TPO welding's mostly about temp control and clean surfaces. - Seen roofers weld fine even on muggy days....
Had a client with something similar last year: - Mystery drip, cold attic, wintertime... sounded like textbook roof leak. - Crawled up there expectin...
