I actually tried one of those peel-and-stick patches last winter when I found a small split near the ridge. Honestly, it went on easy, but after a cou...

I’m with you on the paper thing, especially for warranties. Had a customer try to claim a roof warranty, but the only proof was a half-faded photo on ...

Funny you mention canned foam—last time I used it, I ended up with more on my hands than in the gap. That stuff expands like it’s got a mind of its ow...

Flat roofs really do seem to have a mind of their own, don’t they? I’ve seen pitched roofs with ice dam issues too, though. Did you notice any weird s...

Fair enough on the yearly checks, but have you considered climates with heavy snowfall or frequent storms? I've seen vents get blocked or damaged pret...

Good points here, especially about ventilation. I've helped tear off roofs that were barely 10 years old and the shingles were cooked from underneath ...