Dragging out the ladder is always a pain, especially when you realize you forgot something halfway up—been there more times than I’d like to admit. Ho...
That’s the truth—copper strips slow moss down, but they won’t stop it in its tracks, especially in rainy zones. I’ve seen folks try everything from ho...
That “maintenance-free” label always makes me shake my head a bit. I’ve seen metal boots outlast the rubber ones by years, but only if folks keep up w...
I hear you on the risks of overdoing it, but honestly, I’ve seen just as many issues crop up when folks rely too much on gutter guards. They can get c...
Trussed attics are a real pain if you want usable space—I’ve seen folks try to “finish” them and it’s usually just a tangle of wood and frustration. I...
That’s a pretty solid drop, honestly. I’ve seen similar numbers on older homes where adding insulation just isn’t practical. You nailed it about airfl...
I get what you’re saying about green roofs, but honestly, in heavy snow regions, they can be more trouble than they’re worth. The weight from snow plu...
Aluminum flashing can work fine near the coast, but it's all about prep and installation. Make sure you're using anodized or coated aluminum—bare alum...
Yeah, I've been seeing that too lately, but honestly, I think 48 hours is still pretty reasonable if you approach it strategically. The key is how you...
I've seen this happen more times than I'd like to admit. Just last spring, I was inspecting a roof that looked perfectly fine from the outside—shingle...
Good points here, but noise from metal roofs is usually exaggerated. If you install proper insulation and underlayment, it's honestly not much louder ...
Good points on insulation—definitely a cost-effective way to boost comfort. But one thing to consider is your current roof condition. If it's nearing ...
Eagle and Boral are both solid, but I'm surprised no one's mentioned Ludowici yet. Yeah, they're pricier, but their clay tiles have consistently impre...
Honestly, Form 5695 is notorious for causing headaches. I've seen plenty of homeowners scratching their heads over it, especially line 14. From what I...