I've had mixed results around skylights myself. Usually, I hover closer to 500°F—550°F feels a bit risky to me, especially on older membranes. Had one...

Fair point about local suppliers being more flexible, though I've seen some smaller places struggle with inventory—especially after storms when everyo...

Fair points on the coatings, but I'd caution against relying too heavily on neighbors' roofs as a benchmark. I've seen polyester-coated roofs hold up ...

Gutter guards...yeah, they're hit or miss. I've seen them work wonders in places with moderate debris, but if you're under heavy tree coverage, someti...

Good points about the mesh covers—I gave them a shot once, and yeah, ended up regretting it. Leaves piled up on top, water overflowed anyway, and clea...