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80 discussionsWind Creases or Hail Impacts: Which Pattern Matters Most?
I’m trying to sort out how much weight to give a few different signs on an asphalt-shingle roof after a storm. The roof is approximately [age] years old…
Quick fix for leaky gutters that saved me a headache
Had a bit of a gutter disaster last weekend - rain pouring down, water spilling over the sides, total mess. Climbed up there (carefully, mind you) and found…
When is a suspected roof leak worth a professional inspection?
I’m trying to decide whether a suspected roof leak needs a professional inspection now or whether careful DIY observation is enough before calling someone. The roof is about…
When DIY Roofing Videos Aren't Quite Enough
Last weekend I figured I'd patch up a small leak on the roof myself after binge-watching a bunch of YouTube tutorials. Seemed easy enough, right? Well, turns out…
How should I compare quotes for cleaning a moss-covered asphalt-shingle roof?
I’m collecting quotes for professional cleaning of an asphalt-shingle roof with moderate to heavy moss along the north-facing eaves, around two roof valleys, and on a shaded rear…
Storm leak: seal the chimney flashing or rebuild it?
After a wind-driven storm, water showed up as a brown stain on the ceiling near the chimney. The roof covering around the chimney looks intact from the ground,…
Is lead flashing on roofs something to worry about health-wise?
Just had my roof redone and the roofer mentioned the flashing around the chimney is lead. Got me thinking about, you know, lead being toxic and all. Did…
Roof Detective Work: Attic Inspection vs. Hose Test Method
So I've got this annoying drip drip situation going on whenever it rains, and I'm torn between climbing up into the attic to spot the leak from underneath…
Quick Fixes for Cracked Shingles: Does Sealant Actually Help?
Had a couple of shingles crack after a nasty windstorm last week, and honestly didn’t feel like climbing up there to swap them out just yet. I slapped…
Composition Roof, Roof damage from improper installation, need advice
I am the homeowner. When we bought this house in 2008 it had a shake roof on skip sheathing. We needed to do extensive work on the inside…
