You’re spot on about the soffit vents—people underestimate how easy it is to mess up attic airflow. I’ve seen plenty of cases where someone upgrades t...
Layering shingles can seem like a shortcut, but in my experience, it almost always leads to hidden issues—like you found with the soft plywood and mol...
Labor quality really does make a difference—seen too many jobs where the “budget” crew cut corners and it ended up costing more in repairs. It’s not a...
I’ve seen a lot of folks underestimate just how much attic ventilation impacts the whole weatherproofing equation. Ridge vents are solid, but only if ...
I've worked on a lot of tile roofs—mostly in coastal areas where we get a fair amount of wind-driven rain—and I’ve seen both approaches in action. Her...
Insurance and DIY repairs are a tricky combo, for sure. I’ve seen homeowners do a solid patch job—sometimes better than what passes for “professional”...
I’ve seen a lot of folks surprised when their “maintenance-free” guards end up needing just as much attention as open gutters, especially in areas wit...
Definitely agree with this point—flashing is usually the weak link, even on tile roofs. While tile itself is incredibly durable (I've seen roofs pushi...
Had a similar situation last year—manufacturer blamed ventilation, homeowner had upgraded ridge vents and soffit vents beforehand. We ended up getting...
Good points about the coil nailer, especially regarding speed and consistency. I've found palm nailers handy for flashing details or tight valleys, bu...
Couldn't agree more. I've seen beautifully installed metal roofs fail prematurely because the installer overlooked proper flashing and runoff paths. M...
Personal referrals definitely cut down on the guesswork. I've seen plenty of homeowners stress out over contractors they've hired without solid recomm...
Warranty claims can definitely feel like navigating a maze sometimes... but honestly, I've seen a few cases where manufacturers honored them without m...
I've had similar experiences with those sprays. One I tried was decent at first, but after a month or two, it seemed to lose effectiveness—noticed som...