- Totally agree on metal guards—mine have outlasted two sets of plastic ones, and I’m in the “tree alley” zone. - One thing I’d add: stainless steel...

- Had a similar situation last year—thought my green roof (sedum mats, low pitch) was holding up fine. No leaks, no obvious issues. - Decided to do a ...

- Thermal scans can be thrown off by stuff like grills, but they’re still way better at finding hidden leaks than just eyeballing it, especially under...

- Mesh screens can definitely freeze up, especially if you’re in a spot with heavy snow or freeze/thaw cycles. I’ve seen it happen on a few jobs—ice f...

- Gotta push back a bit on radiant barriers—seen mixed results, especially in cooler climates or with lighter roof colors. - If you’re already runni...

Good points about water traveling under metal roofs—seen that myself a few times. Thermal imaging can definitely help, especially if there's insulatio...

True about the rolling issue, but carpenter pencils smudge easily on damp shingles. I've switched to lumber crayons—weather-resistant, visible lines, ...

Totally feel your pain—tarps can be a nightmare, especially in windy areas. A few quick thoughts from someone who's been there: - First off, you're n...