That’s pretty much where I landed too. Used to think more was better, but all I did was trample the sedum and make more work for myself. I did have on...

I’ve got a couple buildings with a ton of pine trees around, and I’ll second the “reverse curve guards” being the least hassle so far. That’s been my...

That flashlight trick is a lifesaver, especially in older places where you just know there’s a hidden gap somewhere. I’ve tried it at dusk and was hon...

That “stale potato chip” feeling is way too familiar. I had a place a couple years back—roof was pushing 20 years, and just walking up there felt like...

I’ve managed a few properties with Malarkey shingles, and honestly, the lighter colors do seem to help a bit with attic temps—at least compared to the...

That’s been my experience too. I’ve managed a few buildings where folks tried to cut corners—skipping flashing or using whatever caulk was lying aroun...

Trusses really are a double-edged sword. I’ve managed a few properties where the original owners went with trusses to save money, and it always comes ...

I get the appeal of thicker panels, but honestly, I’ve seen some 26-gauge roofs outlast 24-gauge just because the install was done right and the faste...

I get the logic behind sending follow-up emails, but honestly, I've found they can sometimes backfire. Had a contractor once who took my casual "just ...

I feel your pain on the "universal" thing. Reminds me of when I tried installing one of those smart doorbells a few months back. The box made it sound...

Yeah, noticing the same thing lately—had a property I manage get a new roof about five years ago, and it's already showing signs of wear. At first, I ...

Interesting, I hadn't thought about the ventilation aspect much until you mentioned it. A few years back, we had a similar issue at one of the propert...