Not gonna lie, I’ve seen some pretty wild shingle sandwiches over the years—three layers deep, and the roof looked like a lumpy mattress. But here’s t...
Zinc and copper strips do actually work, but only where rainwater runs over them—so you’ll see a clean streak below the strip and moss everywhere else...
Yeah, I hear you. Driveway inspections after a storm are basically just a guessing game. I’ve seen adjusters miss cracked vents and even soft decking ...
Not sure I’d give car paint that much credit. The thing is, automotive finishes get a clear coat with UV blockers baked in, but roofs—especially the c...
Single-ply membrane is a solid move—sometimes you just have to start fresh, especially with those mystery leaks that seem to defy physics. I’ve seen f...
Couldn’t agree more—underlayment’s the unsung hero up here. I’ve seen tile hold up fine on a steep pitch, but if you get a single cracked piece and th...
Mixing felt and synthetic isn’t my first choice, but I’ve seen it hold up when folks are careful with overlap and cement, like you did. The real trick...
I hear you on the 48-hour thing—it always cracks me up a bit. Had a guy last year who took almost two weeks to decide, and the supplier didn’t blink. ...
Sealing attic vents to save energy bills... sounds logical at first glance, but it's a bit like wearing a plastic bag to stay dry—technically works, b...
Warranty fine print is definitely a beast to wrestle with—I've been there myself. Funny you mention the nail length issue, because I once had a claim ...
True, but honestly, how much "data" does a sprinkler really need? Reminds me of the time I installed one of those fancy weather-sensing skylights for ...
Yeah, you're spot-on about the bathroom fan fiasco—seen enough moldy attics to last a lifetime. Roofing materials are definitely hit-or-miss lately to...
True enough, I've seen adjusters glaze over the second someone starts quoting subparagraph 3.2.1a... but have you ever had a situation where documenti...
Totally agree about drones being a bit overrated for detailed roof inspections. Sure, they're fantastic for quick overviews or checking out areas that...
Couldn't agree more—seen plenty of ambitious weekend warriors who underestimated attic ventilation. Also, don't overlook bathroom exhaust fans venting...