I see this all the time—folks go with asphalt because it’s cheaper upfront, but then they’re patching and worrying every storm season. I’ve inspected ...

I hear you on the thermal scans—sometimes they’re more confusing than helpful, especially if the inspector’s just waving the camera around and calling...

Stainless steel screens are definitely tougher, but I’ve still seen them dent or warp after a bad hailstorm—nothing’s invincible. Insurance is a good ...

I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, sometimes folks overthink what inspectors are looking for. I’ve seen people stress about the tiniest tri...

Honestly, I'm not convinced constant checking after every storm is practical or even necessary for most folks. Sure, pine needles can be sneaky, but i...

Yeah, good point about the attic inspection—it's amazing how many roofers skip that step, especially when they're slammed after storms. As for the con...

Had a case last summer where I provided crystal-clear pics of water damage, measurements, even moisture meter readings... and the adjuster still shrug...

Mesh panels can work, sure, but honestly I've seen squirrels chew right through them if they're determined enough. Motion sprinklers sound clever, but...

I see your point about the eco-friendly shingles, and yeah, sometimes the upfront hit can pay off long-term. Still, from what I've seen inspecting hom...

I've seen this happen a lot, actually. Manufacturers love to toss around terms like "premium," "lifetime warranty," or "industry-leading," but when yo...

True, but honestly, that's more about technique than tile fragility. I've seen 50-year-old tile roofs hold up great when people know how to navigate t...

Honestly, I doubt they'd immediately jump to suspicions of fraud, but multiple claims in quick succession would definitely put you on their radar. Ins...

Curling shingles are usually your roof's way of hinting it's nearing retirement age. Ventilation is definitely key, as mentioned earlier, but don't ov...