That's the key difference I see all the time up here—composite holds up way better in our windstorms than standard asphalt. The moss is just about imp...

I get the appeal of metal, but honestly, I see more issues with installation than with the material itself. Asphalt’s not fancy, but it’s forgiving—ea...

Couldn’t agree more. I’ve seen a lot of roofs that were “premium” on paper but failed early because the flashing or ventilation was botched. As for sy...

Totally agree with this. I've seen plenty of attics where homeowners invested heavily in reflective coatings or radiant barriers, expecting immediate ...

Good question—roof slope and orientation definitely play a role. I've inspected plenty of homes where north-facing roofs or shallow slopes had noticea...

Copper definitely holds up well—seen it last decades even right by the coast. Stainless with marine-grade paint can work too, but prep and application...

Good point about structural support. A few years back, I looked at a friend's DIY green roof setup after a big storm hit our area. He'd just thrown so...

Ran into something similar a few months back—a homeowner thought adding extra insulation would do the trick but ended up with condensation issues afte...

Impact-resistant shingles are a solid choice, especially for hail-prone areas. Metal roofs can definitely hold their own too, but installation quality...

Dryer vent issues definitely slip through inspections sometimes, especially if they're hidden behind finished walls or insulation. Inspectors usually ...

Yep, that's usually how it goes. Roof issues rarely announce themselves clearly—by the time you notice stains, water's already traveled quite a bit. R...

Good points overall, but I'd caution against completely dismissing heated cables. Sure, they're not a permanent fix, but in certain scenarios—like old...