Had to make this call myself a couple years back when a hailstorm tore up my old roof. I really wanted to go metal for the “set it and forget it” fact...

Flat roofs are brutal for this, no doubt. I’ve looked into adding rigid foam too, but honestly, the price put me off—especially when you factor in lab...

I’ve been down this road with a solar attic fan install, and I’ll be honest—those thick architectural shingles are a pain. But I’m with you, it’s not ...

Couldn’t agree more. I’ve watched folks sink thousands into “upgrading” their attic space, only to end up with headaches and a lighter wallet. I went ...

I hear you on the moss—my north side is always green, too. I’ve tried the vinegar thing, but honestly, it just made the roof smell like salad for a we...

Couldn't agree more about ventilation being just one factor. A few years back, my neighbor had a roof that looked perfect—great vents, quality shingle...

I've gotta disagree slightly on this one. In my experience, attic heat can definitely shorten the lifespan of underlayments, even the premium stuff. S...

Yeah, I've seen similar results firsthand. When we redid our roof, budget was tight and I wasn't convinced about sedum either—seemed like a trendy gim...

Yeah, metal roofs aren't exactly bird-proof—learned that the hard way myself. Had a family of sparrows set up shop right under mine last spring. Tried...

I hear you, but honestly, I don't think it's just about safety. Companies know repairs mean fewer sales—if we fix stuff ourselves, we won't buy replac...

Totally agree on the boiling water trick—it's saved me from some nasty clogs over the years. But honestly, once things get really hairy (literally, ha...