Roofing · 5 min read
What a roof inspection should actually tell you
A homeowner’s guide to roof inspection photos, leak diagnosis, repair priorities and the questions worth asking in Kansas City.
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What to look for, what to ask, and what to consider before work begins. Guides to roofing and the rest of your home’s exterior.
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Roofing · 5 min read
Repair the roof or replace it? How to make the decision
How to weigh localized damage, recurring leaks, roof age, repair compatibility and the scope behind competing recommendations.
Storm damage · 5 min read
After hail: what to document and what an inspection can establish
How to assess the next step after a hailstorm without assuming every mark means roof damage or every storm requires replacement.
Storm damage · 5 min read
Missing shingles after wind: what happens next
How to document displaced roof materials, arrange an inspection and evaluate a repair after a windstorm.
Roofing · 5 min read
The ceiling is leaking. What should you do first?
A practical sequence for protecting people, documenting water entry and getting the source of a roof leak investigated.
Roofing · 5 min read
How much life is left in your roof?
Why roof age, condition and warranty language answer different questions—and how to plan replacement without a false deadline.
Materials · 5 min read
Choosing asphalt shingles beyond the color sample
How to compare shingle styles, impact ratings, system components, appearance and warranty terms for a Kansas City home.
Materials · 5 min read
Metal or asphalt roofing: compare the whole project
A measured comparison of appearance, roof details, maintenance, sound, cost and installation scope.
Roofing · 5 min read
Why a porch roof may need a different roofing system
How slope, drainage and transitions change the roofing specification on porches, additions and nearly flat roofs.
Roofing · 5 min read
Attic ventilation: what to check before adding another vent
How air sealing, insulation, intake, exhaust and roof design fit together when an attic has heat or moisture problems.
Roofing · 5 min read
Ice at the roof edge: causes, warning signs and next steps
What ice dams can mean for the roof and attic, and why adding gutters or removing icicles may not address the cause.
Roofing · 5 min read
The small roof details behind many persistent leaks
What homeowners should know about flashing at chimneys, skylights, vents and roof-to-wall connections.
Gutters · 5 min read
Why your gutters overflow—and what to check before replacing them
How to distinguish debris, poor drainage, a roof-edge problem and a gutter system that needs redesign.
Gutters · 5 min read
Gutters and downspouts: design the drainage route first
What to discuss about gutter capacity, downspout placement, roof valleys and where the water leaves your property.
Gutters · 5 min read
Are gutter guards worth it for your house?
How to evaluate debris, cleaning access, product care, roof compatibility and warranty language before adding gutter protection.
Siding · 5 min read
Choosing siding that suits the house
How to compare fiber cement, vinyl, engineered wood and other claddings through design, installation details and maintenance.
Siding · 5 min read
Damaged siding: when a small repair needs a closer look
How to investigate swelling, soft trim, recurring paint failure and water behind exterior cladding before covering it again.
Windows · 5 min read
Repair the window or replace it? Start with the symptom
A practical comparison of hardware repairs, glass replacement, insert windows and full-frame replacement.
Windows · 5 min read
Condensation on windows: where the moisture is matters
How to distinguish room-side moisture, outdoor dew and fog between panes before deciding a window has failed.
Windows · 5 min read
What a window estimate should say about the opening
Why flashing, drainage, air sealing and the existing wall matter as much as the replacement window.
Planning · 5 min read
How to compare roofing estimates when the prices are far apart
A line-by-line method for comparing materials, removal, flashing, allowances, warranties and payment terms.
Planning · 5 min read
Getting the house ready for a roof replacement
A practical guide to access, deliveries, pets, noise, protection, daily updates and the final walkthrough.
Storm damage · 5 min read
Roof damage and insurance: build a clear record
What Missouri and Kansas homeowners can gather after a storm, how to separate repair findings from coverage and what to ask their insurer.
Planning · 5 min read
Buying or selling a home with an older roof
How to use inspection findings, repair records and realistic project timing during a home sale.
Maintenance · 5 min read
A practical exterior maintenance calendar for Kansas City
What to observe through the seasons, what to document and which roof, gutter, siding and window tasks need professional access.
Planning · 5 min read
What actually changes the price of a roof replacement?
Why roof area, access, tear-off, details, materials and concealed conditions matter more than a generic online price range.
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