I hear you on the musty smell—honestly, my nose has saved me from a few headaches over the years. Mold in the attic is no joke. But I’ve gotta say, sw...

Insurance companies can be super picky about photos, honestly. I’ve seen some accept drone shots if they’re clear and show the whole area of damage, b...

I get where you’re coming from—there’s just something about getting up there yourself and poking around. I’ve crawled across more roofs than I can cou...

I’ve seen both ends of the spectrum with those breakdowns. Some folks want every nail and flashing type listed, but honestly, most insurance adjusters...

I’ve seen that powder coating issue a bunch, especially on deck railings near the beach. Folks think it’s a set-it-and-forget-it fix, but one scratch ...

I get where you’re coming from about keeping things simple, but I’ll push back a little on the “just get up there and clear it” approach. I’ve seen to...

That’s exactly what I see all the time. Those micromesh covers sound great in theory, but once you get a heavy spring pollen dump or those little heli...

Funny you mentioned recessed lighting—I can't tell you how many times I've crawled around attics and found those sneaky little gaps letting hot air po...

Yeah, good point about the welder itself heating up. I've seen guys push through on hot days without breaks, and their weld quality definitely suffers...

Totally agree that an emergency stash is a lifesaver—literally sometimes. I've inspected a lot of homes and seen firsthand how quickly minor issues sp...

I've had pretty good luck with local suppliers overall, but you're right—after a big storm, it's hit or miss. Last year, one place ran out completely,...

Yeah, metal roofs have come a long way. I inspect homes regularly, and honestly, I've seen shingles scattered across yards more times than I can count...

Yeah, warranties can be a bit of a maze sometimes. I've seen some that explicitly mention interior damage, but they're usually the pricier ones from b...