I’m curious about those too. Has anyone actually had silicone boots up for more than a couple years in full sun? I’ve only seen them on new builds so ...

That’s so true, especially with older commercial roofs. I’ve lost count of how many times we’ve pulled up a few layers and found some “innovative” pat...

Synthetic’s been a game-changer for me, but I totally get the install headaches. Ever try cutting it on a windy day? Feels like wrestling a tarp somet...

I hear you on the “permanent” thing—my last attempt at a “lifetime” sealant lasted maybe two summers before it started peeling up. I did try one of th...

I’m with you on the Midwest weather—my roof’s taken a beating from all that freeze/thaw too. I’ve found even with regular checks, something always sli...

I’ve actually had better luck with a small local place than the big box stores—less flashy branding, but the panels lasted through two hail seasons an...

Interesting to hear the rain screen worked out well for you. I've been thinking about adding one myself, but wasn't sure if it'd be overkill with the ...

Haha, great analogy... storms really are sneaky like that. Ever thought about looking into upgrades that might help prevent future damage? I had a fri...

That's great you managed to get them on board with the green roof. I've been thinking about doing something similar, but I'm a bit worried about maint...

Good catch about insulation...it really does matter a ton. Have you ever looked into green roofs or living roofs? They're pretty amazing for keeping t...

That's exactly it—warranties can look great on paper, but I've seen some local shops really step up when things go sideways. Had a neighbor whose roof...