Mesh guards are definitely popular, but I’ve found they’re not always the most cost-effective option, especially if you’re dealing with a lot of heavy...

I hear you on the maintenance side. I looked into green roofs too, and honestly, the costs just didn’t make sense for my place. The upfront install wa...

I get the appeal of patching and moving on, but honestly, I’ve found that too many “scar” patches can end up costing more in the long run. I tried the...

That’s exactly what I ran into—the structural stuff got picked apart, but drainage was almost an afterthought. I went with pre-made scuppers, mainly b...

That’s been my experience too—painted patches just don’t last, especially with our weather. I tried it once after a hailstorm, and within a year the s...

Totally agree about gutters—learned that the hard way myself. Another budget-friendly tip I'd add is to invest in some decent weatherstripping around ...

I'm not convinced color alone would significantly impact durability. From my experience, it's more about the material quality and UV resistance rating...