I get where you’re coming from—hidden rot is the worst surprise, and I’ve seen plenty of patch jobs go sideways. But I’ll admit, I’m not totally again...
I get where you’re coming from—quarterly checks do sound a bit much unless you’ve had issues before. For us, we usually do a walk-through after any ma...
Had a similar thing happen last year—thought my roof was fine, but during a heavy rain, water started dripping right above my kitchen cabinets. Turns ...
Leaks are one of those things that always seem minor until they’re not. I’ve seen a lot of folks try to stretch it out, thinking a little drip can wai...
I actually gave those mesh vent covers a shot last fall—mixed results. They kept out the big stuff, but pine needles still found a way in. Honestly, I...
I hear you on the foam inserts—tried them once, and after one fall season under my big maple, they were just packed with gunk. Honestly, for spots wit...
Yeah, that “shortcut through a construction site” look is way too common. I’ve had to reject panels for the same reason—mud, scratches, even one with ...
I hear you, dragging hoses around in the cold is just asking for trouble. Have you found any particular battery brand or model that holds up better in...
Local stores are definitely worth checking out, but don't overlook salvage yards or surplus building supply places either. I've found some great deals...
You're definitely not imagining it—roofs really do seem to be needing attention sooner than they used to. My folks' place had the same shingles for ne...
Good point about aluminum being softer... I learned that the hard way. A few years ago, I tried using some leftover aluminum flashing to patch up a ga...
BBB ratings can be hit or miss, true, but I wouldn't dismiss them entirely. They're still a decent starting point—especially if you're dealing with a ...
I've noticed the same thing with my roof. Had it done about 12 years ago, and it's already looking pretty rough around the edges. Honestly, I think pa...
Weight can definitely be a concern, but honestly, most modern buildings handle it fine if planned right. Drainage is trickier—I've seen setups clog pr...
Yeah, I had a similar experience when I first tried SureNail shingles. Definitely agree they're easier to line up, especially if you're new to roofing...