That “thermal anomaly” thing cracks me up a bit—sometimes it’s just a drafty attic or a vent that’s not insulated right, but the PDF makes it look lik...
That’s a really solid breakdown. I’ve seen people surprised by that “2% of dwelling coverage” deductible too—easy to miss if you’re just looking at th...
That’s the tradeoff I see all the time—people love the idea of finishing out the attic, but once those truss webs are in, it’s a whole different ballg...
Yeah, adhesives can be a real headache down the line. Did your inspector mention if the adhesive compromised ventilation or drainage paths? I've seen ...
I've been seeing the same thing on my end lately. I don't deal directly with material suppliers as much, but I do see the ripple effects when contract...
Good points about the green roofs—maintenance can definitely sneak up on you. Ever thought about the weight factor, though? Seen a few folks underesti...
Good call on green roofs, they're definitely underrated. But have you considered the extra weight load? I've inspected a few older homes where the str...
Hiring your own inspector is definitely a smart move—seen it make a huge difference plenty of times. And yeah, you're spot-on with this: Honestly, ...
I get your point about complexity sometimes being necessary for better performance, but isn't there a line somewhere? I mean, have you ever tried repl...
Glad you didn't jump straight into a full replacement—seen too many folks panic and drop big money for minor issues. Curling shingles usually aren't a...
Couldn't agree more. Ever considered installing whole-home surge protection? It's surprising how many folks overlook it until they're staring at a pil...