The Roofing Breakdown You Need...Big Decision!!!

Football jokes aside, we pivot hard into a practical, no-nonsense guide to choosing the right roof. Donnie draws on decades of contracting and roofing experience to decode the real trade-offs between asphalt shingles, designer lines, and metal systems, with blunt talk about warranties, wind ratings, and the hidden details that make or break a roof over time.

We walk through why certified, local, licensed, and insured roofers matter far more than a slick quote. You’ll hear how modern architectural shingles can carry 50-year warranties when installed to spec, why three-tabs are fading, and where designer shingles earn their keep with striking curb appeal. We also get tactical about metal: paint systems like Kynar vs cheap coatings, steel versus aluminum near the coast, and how gauge and fastening method change your long-term risk of leaks and hail dents. If you’ve ever wondered whether a white metal roof slashes your power bill, we break down the building science—attic ventilation, radiant barriers, and duct placement do the heavy lifting.

Tile gets a reality check for weight and cost, while mixed-material strategies deliver a smart middle ground: shingle main roofs with metal accents on porches and returns. We round it out with insurance insights you can use today—why notifying your carrier after a new roof can reduce premiums, why some insurers scout roof age ahead of binding coverage, and how documentation protects your wallet. Looking to upgrade? Ask for recent local installs, validate certifications and licensing, and confirm how warranties transfer when you sell.

If you’re planning a roof or just want to be a sharper homeowner, this is your field guide. Subscribe, share with a neighbor comparing bids, and leave a review with your roofing questions—we’ll tackle them on a future show.