Manufacturers definitely base their warranty numbers on ideal conditions—proper installation, good ventilation, and regular maintenance. But honestly,...

Galvanized is definitely worth it, especially if you're planning to stay put for a while. I've inspected plenty of roofs over the years, and galvanize...

That's true, but I've seen plenty of lighter-colored roofs deteriorate just as quickly due to poor installation or subpar materials. Color definitely ...

Yeah, insulation clearance is one of those sneaky things that homeowners (and even some contractors) overlook way too often. I've lost count of how ma...

Yeah, storage definitely matters. I've inspected roofs where sheets from general hardware stores rusted surprisingly fast. Specialized suppliers usual...

Yeah, that's been my experience too. Had a job last month where the drone footage looked fantastic—crisp images, detailed close-ups, the whole nine ya...

Yeah, warranty fine print can be a headache. I've seen homeowners miss registration deadlines more times than I can count. Best practice is to set a r...

Good points about ventilation—seen plenty of roofs where poor airflow caused moisture issues that mimicked shingle defects. But honestly, granule loss...