Roof rakes are a mixed bag, honestly. I’ve seen folks swear by them, but with a low-pitch roof like yours, they’re awkward at best and not super effec...

Felt’s definitely the tortoise in this race, but not the wise, slow-and-steady kind—more like the one that stops for a nap and never wakes up. I’ve to...

Skipping the starter strip is one of those shortcuts that always comes back to bite. I see it all the time—folks think it’s just an extra shingle, but...

Funny how “low maintenance” gets tossed around like it means you can just forget about it. I’ve lost count of the times I’ve found drains packed with ...

You did the right thing holding them to the written estimate. In my experience, unless there’s a legit material shortage or some force majeure, a cont...

Chalk lines are a lifesaver for sure...seen way too many crooked ridge lines that could've been avoided with a simple snap. I'm with you on proper rid...

Checking annually is definitely a good habit, but honestly, I'd argue once a year isn't enough when it comes to critters like squirrels. I've seen cas...

Couldn't agree more about prep work being the make-or-break factor. I've seen homeowners spend thousands on fancy coatings, only to skip proper cleani...

Architectural shingles are definitely a solid upgrade—seen plenty of roofs hold up way better with them during inspections. But don't overlook proper ...

Had a metal roof put in about 12 yrs ago after a nasty hailstorm shredded our shingles. Honestly, it's been rock solid ever since—no leaks, no dents, ...

I've inspected plenty of roofs after hailstorms, and honestly, challenging cosmetic exclusions is tricky. A homeowner I worked with last year pushed b...

You're onto something here. I've inspected a lot of roofs over the years, and honestly, the newer shingles just don't seem to hold up like they used t...