You nailed a lot of what I see out there. Composite definitely cuts back on the “emergency” calls after a storm, which is a relief for anyone who’s ha...

I get where you’re coming from, but honestly, I don’t think swapping boots every time there’s a hint of wear is always necessary. I’ve seen plenty of ...

That’s the story of every roof check these days. I totally get the “crime scene” feeling—sometimes I’m up there with a flashlight and a magnifying gla...

You’re not kidding about that. I’ve seen more than a few roofs where the shingles just peeled right off after a big storm—especially if they weren’t n...

I’ve seen this play out a bunch of times—folks think more vents will solve everything, but in humid spots like the southeast, it’s not always that sim...

Nailed it with the “good enough” approach—sometimes that’s just the reality with these old houses. I’ve crawled through more than a few attics where y...

Couldn't agree more with this. I've inspected homes where the roof was barely five years old but already showing signs of serious wear—curling shingle...

You're spot on about prep work making all the difference. I've inspected plenty of homes where folks skipped leveling or rushed the underlayment, and ...

Yeah, green roofs are definitely a smart move—seen a few of them hold up surprisingly well after some rough storms. But honestly, there's always that ...

Couldn't agree more with this. I've inspected plenty of roofs over the years, and honestly, the difference often comes down to installation quality ra...

Yeah, I'm definitely with you on the ridge and soffit vent combo. I've inspected a fair number of homes, and honestly, solar-powered attic fans usuall...