I’ve seen a few folks try leveling things out with sand or gravel under those mats, but honestly, it’s not a fix I’d recommend. Over time, the materia...

In my experience, insurance companies rarely do a physical attic check unless there’s a claim or something flagged in the initial report. Most rely on...

I get the frustration with rubber boots, but I wouldn’t write off all the newer composite options just yet. Some of the silicone-based boots are holdi...

I’ve had to push back a few times—usually when I see “miscellaneous” or “supplies” with no detail. Sometimes they’ll knock it off the bill, but other ...

Agreed, chalk lines are underrated. I inspected a roof last month where the homeowner skipped marking altogether—ended up with uneven ridge caps and w...

I get your point about drones offering another angle, but honestly, I've found that relying too heavily on drone images can sometimes lead to misinter...

Couldn't agree more. I've inspected plenty of homes that stuck too closely to natural drainage patterns, and the results weren't pretty—foundation cra...