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roof supports got me scratching my head
I've been trying to get a grip on how roof supports actually work, but honestly, the more I read the…
Black algae streaks returning after roof cleaning
The black streaks on my asphalt shingles are coming back after a previous cleaning. They’re most noticeable on the shaded…
Figuring out if pricier shingles really last that much longer
Just finished helping my brother reroof his house, and we got into this debate about whether architectural shingles are really…
ROOFING JOB GONE SIDEWAYS - WHAT WOULD YOU DO?
So, um, picture this: you hire a roofing crew to fix your leaky roof, and everything seems fine at first.…
Budgeting a 42,000-SF Warehouse Roof With High Indoor Humidity
We’re preparing a budget for replacing approximately 42,000 square feet of low-slope warehouse roofing. The building has substantial moisture loads…
Roofing Safety: Harness Up or Trust Your Balance?
Hey guys, was chatting with a buddy yesterday who's been roofing for years, and we got into this whole debate…
Diagnosing gutter overflow before paying for a full redesign
During heavy Pacific Northwest rain, where does your gutter overflow, and what did you find was actually causing it? I’m…
if you had to build your house from local eco-friendly stuff, what would you use?
I've been daydreaming lately about building a house that's totally eco-friendly and made from materials that actually make sense for…