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aaron_king
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RE: Making sure the deck’s ready for underlayment - what’s your process?
Yeah, I’m with you on the screwdriver test - caught a couple soft spots that way myself, especially after a rough winter. But I gotta admit, I’m a bit skeptical about water-based sealers in places that get hammered by st...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
Man, I hear you on the old wiring. Last winter, I opened up a section thinking I’d just add some insulation and ended up with half the attic torn apart because the cloth wire basically disintegrated. As for boxing in non...
RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
I get the appeal of just tossing down mats and calling it a day, especially after seeing what a pain those built-in systems can be when they fail. But I keep wondering about the long-term cost - do these mats chew up a t...
RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
Yeah, plugging the big gaps is worth it, but I’ve never seen anyone win the war against drafts or critters in those old houses. You seal up one spot and they just find another. I’ve patched up more than a few storm-damag...
RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
Yeah, the glove situation is a mess - literally and figuratively. I’ve tried every “breathable” pair out there and they all end up just as gross after a week in the heat. I get what you mean about disposables for the sti...