Just don’t trust it to babysit your roof through a Georgia thunderstorm.
Couldn’t agree more with that. I’ve had felt go mushy on a couple of properties after just one bad rain—nothing like scrambling to tarp a half-done roof. Synthetics have saved me some serious headaches, especially when crews get delayed. But yeah, if you’re in and out fast, felt still makes sense. Just depends how much risk you want to juggle… and how wild your weather gets.
I get the appeal of synthetics, especially with unpredictable weather, but honestly, I’ve had better luck with some of the newer recycled-fiber felts. They don’t break down as fast and they’re less plastic-heavy, which matters to me. Sure, you’ve gotta be careful during install—no shortcuts—but I’d rather avoid more plastic waste if I can. Maybe not for every job, but it’s worth considering if you’re trying to keep things greener.
- Good to hear those recycled felts are holding up for you.
- I’ve looked at them, but always wondered if they’d last as long as the synthetics.
- Less plastic is a big plus, though.
- Price-wise, are they much more? I’m always weighing cost vs. lifespan.
- I’ll admit, the install part makes me nervous—my last contractor rushed it and I paid for it later...
- Still, I like the idea of less waste if it actually works.
I get the appeal of less plastic, but I’m still a bit wary about the recycled felts. Had a neighbor try them on his bungalow last year—looked good at first, but after a rough winter, he noticed some curling at the edges. Maybe it was the install, maybe the product, hard to say. Price-wise, they weren’t much cheaper than synthetics around here (Midwest), and if you factor in the risk of redoing it sooner, I’m not sure it’s a win. Still, I get wanting to cut down on waste... just wish there was more real-world data.
I totally get where you’re coming from—price is a big factor for me too. I almost went with recycled felt last spring because it sounded greener, but after talking to a couple of roofers, I stuck with synthetic. They said around here (Iowa), the freeze/thaw cycles are rough on anything that isn’t super water-resistant. I guess my question is, has anyone had luck with a recycled option in a climate like ours? Or is synthetic just the safer bet for Midwest winters?