Staying Put? Why a Reliable Roof Matters More Than Ever

If you've been thinking about moving but thinking you might have to stay put for a while, you're not alone. A lot of Alabama homeowners are making that same call right now, and the math behind it isn't hard to see. According to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate climbed to 7.03% as of September 24, 2026.

So instead of asking "where are we moving next," more homeowners are asking something different: how do we take better care of what we already have? Here’s a guide to help answer that question.