Ridge vents alone can be hit or miss, honestly. I've seen cases where they worked great, but usually that's when there's already solid soffit ventilat...

Reflective coatings definitely have their limitations, but I'm not entirely convinced foam boards are always the best alternative either. I've seen ca...

True, sealing up minor gaps usually helps...but have you checked underneath the shingles near those areas? Sometimes small leaks travel along the plyw...

Funny you mention bird droppings... I once inspected a roof after a storm and the homeowner swore darker shingles hid the mess better. Personally, I'v...

Yeah, that's a valid point about coastal corrosion. Aluminum has its perks—lightweight, easy to handle—but salt spray can really do a number on it ove...