Patina’s just part of the package if you’re living near saltwater, honestly. I’ve seen “marine grade” stuff pit out in a year if it’s not 316 or bette...

Humidity gauges are handy, but honestly, I’ve seen them give folks a false sense of security. Sometimes the attic looks fine on paper, but there’s sti...

Honestly, if you’re getting just graphs or heat maps with zero explanation, that’s not really standard—at least not in my book. You should get both: t...

After a big storm, I always check both—the roof surface and the attic. You’d be surprised how often water sneaks in from spots you’d never guess just ...

I get where you’re coming from—trusting your gut works most of the time, but I’ve seen way too many “just a stain” calls turn into expensive repairs. ...

Exactly. Had a client last spring who couldn't figure out why his attic was damp despite having decent ventilation. Turns out, the drainage mats were ...

I inspected a place a few years back that had Ludowici tiles—premium brand, pricey stuff—and sure enough, they were great quality. But the neighbor ha...

Yeah, galvanized nails can be hit or miss, especially outdoors. Even the smallest scratches or imperfections in the zinc coating expose the metal unde...

You're onto something there—adding moving parts definitely complicates things. In my experience, simpler usually means fewer headaches later on. Maybe...