Yeah, totally agree here—sealants and tapes are just temporary band-aids. I've inspected plenty of homes where homeowners tried the quick fix route, o...
Totally agree on the gravel—it's like those bits multiply overnight. Green roofs are definitely intriguing, but I've seen mixed results depending on t...
You're definitely onto something there. Snow guards can help with immediate safety concerns, sure, but they're not really addressing the root cause of...
Yeah, I've seen that happen quite a bit during inspections. Gutter guards can definitely help reduce maintenance, but they're not foolproof. Leaves an...
That's interesting you mention that. I've inspected quite a few homes with metal roofs, and while insulation and underlayment do help, I've noticed th...
I get your point about ventilation, but honestly, I've seen plenty of cases where the underlay was definitely the main issue. Sure, airflow matters, b...
You're spot on about those rubber seals—they're sneaky little culprits. I've seen plenty of cases where the seal looks fine at first glance, but a clo...
Totally get your point on sealants—seen plenty of DIY jobs where someone went trigger-happy with the caulk gun, thinking it'd solve everything. But do...
Good points on aluminum, but honestly, even marine-grade stuff can struggle if the coating isn't spot-on. I've inspected plenty of coastal homes where...
I've seen that attic fan mistake more times than I'd like to admit—makes you wonder what folks are thinking. Honestly, proper venting is one of those ...
Metal roofs definitely have perks insurance-wise, but I've seen insurers get picky about cosmetic vs. structural damage after hail storms. Worth doubl...