That’s a good point about the ice dams. I’m in the Midwest, so freeze-thaw is a regular headache. I actually did get more ice buildup after putting in...

I’ve tried the bath mat trick too, but I swear those clippings have a mind of their own. Sometimes I use a damp washcloth under my hands—seems to catc...

I’ve wondered the same thing—seems like there’s always some debris sneaking through, no matter what. I tried those “self-cleaning” gutter covers a whi...

That’s interesting about roughing up the metal—never tried that, but it makes sense. I’ve mostly stuck with the silicone boots too, but honestly, I’m ...

Pressure washing always seemed risky to me too. I get why people want that “like new” look, but I’ve seen neighbors end up with bald patches on their ...

Not disagreeing that leaks are a huge pain, but I think sometimes people overlook the bigger picture with flat roofs. If it keeps leaking and you can’...

Interesting you mention powered attic fans—I’ve wondered if they’re worth it, too. Have you ever looked into solar attic fans? I’ve heard mixed things...

Totally agree—temp guns are helpful, but I’ve seen them lie to me more than once, especially with dust or even just a bit of morning dew. Overlap seam...

I get where you're coming from, but sometimes I wonder if airflow gets a bit overhyped too. In my case, after switching to a green roof system, I bare...