Ran into something similar when I installed my attic fan. Thought I'd save a few bucks using leftover window flashing from another project—big mistake...

Good point about ventilation—I noticed the same thing at my place. Added soffit vents last summer, and the attic temp dropped noticeably. Also, don't ...

Couldn't agree more on drainage. Curious though, has anyone tried combining reinforced shingles with hurricane straps or clips? Wondering if that's ov...

Green roofs sound great in theory, but honestly, the upfront costs and maintenance can be a bit much for the average homeowner. Like you said: Pers...

I've done the screws and neoprene washers too, and they've held up pretty well overall. But honestly, if the flashing is already pretty beat up or ben...

Had a similar experience myself. Ordered online thinking I'd save some cash, but the sheets felt flimsy right out of the box. Ended up returning them ...

Totally agree about modern gadgets being intentionally DIY-unfriendly. Had to replace a phone battery recently—felt like performing surgery with all t...

Had a similar gutter issue once, but tightening brackets didn't help much. Turned out the fascia board itself was rotting behind the gutter... might w...

Yeah, moisture problems can really sneak up on you. I had a similar issue a couple years back—kept replacing underlayment thinking the product was jun...

Ice barrier definitely helps, but honestly, proper attic insulation and ventilation can make an even bigger difference. Had ice dams forming every win...

Tile roofs are solid, but definitely not set-and-forget. Had a few cracked tiles myself after a nasty hailstorm last year. Quick inspections every sea...