Copper definitely has its charm, but honestly, aluminum—even marine-grade—can be hit or miss near the ocean. I've seen some aluminum flashing hold up ...

Drone mapping seems promising, but honestly, I'm still a bit skeptical about its accuracy for shading analysis. Had a client last year who relied heav...

Usually is the key word there, haha. Seen plenty of mid-range contractors cut corners too, especially on roofs—skimping on underlayment or flashing is...

I get your point about slowing things down, but honestly, a quick temp check can save you headaches later. I used to rely solely on feel and experienc...

I've installed a fair number of synthetic shingles over the past few years, and while I haven't seen catastrophic failures or anything, the jury's sti...

Tile roofs are pretty durable, but "maintenance-free" is kind of a stretch. Moss creeping in isn't unusual, especially if you're in a damp or shady ar...