Yeah, learned that one the hard way myself. First time I did metal edging, I thought sanding was optional—just wiped it down with a rag and slapped on...

Went through something similar recently—thought a shed was no big deal, but turns out even small structures need permits. City websites usually list r...

Definitely see your point about clarifying upfront, but I'd take it a step further. When a contractor suggests a network or partner you've never heard...

Interesting point about moisture—I hadn't considered that much. When we did ours, the installer was super careful about temperature control, kept chec...

Yeah, ridge vents were my first stop too—mine weren't terrible, but I still gave them a good clean just to rule it out. Another thing that really help...

I've been researching sedum mats too, and from what I've gathered, they're pretty straightforward—but drainage prep is key. If your roof isn't perfect...

Passive solutions sound promising, especially materials reacting to moisture. But how reliable are these coatings long-term? I'd worry about gradual w...