Title: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses We had a building where the owner swore by “future-proofing”—ended up with the...

Ain’t that the truth. I once tried to “MacGyver” a leaky spot in the roof with some leftover caulk and a piece of tarp after a windstorm. Looked solid...

I hear you on the green roof headaches—had a client try one on a 12/12 pitch, and let’s just say the sedum ended up in the neighbor’s yard after the f...

Haha, totally feel you on the jeans tragedy—been there, done that, still mourning. I've heard the rubbing alcohol trick too; honestly, I think there's...

Had a similar thing happen at one of the properties I manage. Owner was super excited about going green, got panels installed, and boom—first heavy ra...

Funny you mention that—I once managed a property where the owner insisted on lavender for the green roof because she loved the smell. Looked amazing a...

Had a similar issue at one of our properties a couple years back. Roofer swore up and down the mounts were "universal," but turns out they weren't exa...

Haha, man, I feel your pain. Reminds me of the time I thought I'd save money by fixing a fence after a storm knocked it down. Looked great—until my ne...

Haha, chimney flashing... brings back memories of my first DIY roof adventure. Thought I'd save a few bucks, ended up spending twice as much on band-a...

Haha, warranties are like umbrellas that vanish the second it rains. Had a tenant once whose roof got damaged by a rogue drone—no joke—and the warrant...