You're spot on—wildlife-proofing is more about deterrence than absolute prevention. A few quick thoughts from my experience: - Metal drip edges and f...

Good observations on EPDM flexibility—seen that myself a few times. On TPO, I've inspected a couple of 7-8 year old installs. Quick notes: - Seems to...

You're definitely covering the basics well. A couple extra things I'd suggest: - Check warranty details closely—sometimes invoices list different war...

Did a few inspections on homes with metal roofs, and here's my quick take: - Agree insulation helps, especially blown-in cellulose or fiberglass batt...

- Wet autumns definitely speed things up—leaves get heavy, clogging happens quicker. - Quick tip: check downspouts too, they're often the sneaky culpr...

- Slope alone can actually work fine if drainage is properly planned from the start. - Seen plenty of roofs without mats holding up well—usually issue...