Honestly, in the Midwest, it’s kind of a toss-up. Spring and early summer are usually when I see the most issues—hail, heavy rain, and wind can really...

Had a similar situation last year on a commercial flat roof—honestly, those leaks can drive you nuts. I’ve used infrared cameras a few times, and yeah...

Those peel-and-stick patches can buy you a little time, but honestly, I’ve seen mixed results. They’ll hold up for a few weeks if you get a good seal ...

Honestly, around here (I’m in a spot with mild winters and not a ton of rain), I see a mix. The houses with drip edge do seem to have cleaner fascia o...

I’ve noticed the same thing with those rubber boots—they just don’t stand up to Midwest winters. The constant freeze and thaw seems to make them crack...

Funny, I see a lot of folks get hung up on shingle brands thinking it’ll make or break attic temps. In my experience, ventilation and insulation are w...

Couldn’t agree more about the details. I’ve seen some pretty pricey CertainTeed jobs go sideways because someone skipped a step on flashing or didn’t ...

Yeah, humidity's definitely a sneaky factor. I've noticed some of my guys struggle even on mild days if it's muggy out. We ended up tweaking the welde...

Yeah, that's pretty spot-on. I've seen cork hold up decently in lighter-use areas, but heavy furniture definitely leaves its mark over time. Rubber un...

You're spot-on about moisture meters—they're handy but definitely not foolproof. I've seen plenty of situations where the meter says "all clear," but ...

Warranty is definitely important, but honestly, most reputable solar installers know how to work around manufacturer guidelines. I've seen plenty of i...

Yeah, I get where you're coming from, but honestly, roofing materials can be super volatile price-wise—especially lately. I've had shingles jump nearl...

Yeah, that's spot-on. Underlayment warranties are usually based on ideal lab conditions—perfect ventilation, zero moisture issues, consistent temperat...