Totally get that frustration—modern gear seems built to be disposable. Had a similar issue with a rooftop irrigation controller last summer. Ended up ...

I learned the hard way to spell out every detail after a similar issue. Had a homeowner once assume skylights were part of the deal—awkward conversati...

You're spot-on about placement. A buddy of mine tried zinc strips halfway down his roof thinking he'd save some cash and effort... ended up with weird...