Had a client swap to metal after a bad hailstorm—thought it’d be the last roof they’d ever need. Fast forward five years, and sure, no leaks, but the ...

I’ve tried a few different moisture meters over the years, but honestly, I still end up relying on my hands and eyes most of the time. The meters can ...

Haven’t seen a guard yet that stands up to pine needles for more than a season or two. I’ve inspected plenty where the needles just form a soggy mat o...

You nailed a lot of the stuff I see folks overlook. North slopes are like a science experiment for rot—especially if you’ve got maples or pines droppi...

I’ve seen plenty of contracts where “minor repairs” turned into a major wallet drain, especially on homes older than 30 years. Folks are always surpri...

Can’t argue with that, but I’ve seen plenty of houses where even “good” ventilation didn’t prevent issues—especially with self-adhered membranes. They...

Mixing metals is one of those things that sounds like a minor detail until you see the aftermath. I’ve lost count of how many attic inspections I’ve d...

Gotta agree about insulation—it's a sneaky culprit. I've inspected plenty of homes where the owners upgraded to metal roofs, expecting miracles, but s...

Yeah, I've inspected roofs with both standard felt and premium synthetic underlayment, and honestly, the shingles themselves seem to matter way more. ...

I've noticed something similar, but I'm not totally convinced it's just manufacturers cutting corners. Had a house inspection last month—roof was only...

I've inspected plenty of roofs over the years, and honestly, architectural shingles usually do hold up better. Still, I've seen some that didn't fare ...

Yeah, I've seen this exact scenario play out way too many times during inspections. Folks try all sorts of rust-proofing tricks, and honestly, most of...

Had a similar scare myself a few years back—was inspecting a roof after some heavy rain, ladder footing seemed solid enough, but the ground was softer...