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RE: QUICK FIX FOR ROOF LEAKS: DOES A TARP REALLY HOLD UP?
Had a nor’easter rip through here last fall - used one of those so-called “roofing tarps” from the big box store. It lasted maybe four days before the wind shredded it, even with 2x4 battens and screws. Tried adhesive on...
RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
Yeah, I’ve seen that play out a bunch of times after storms roll through. I’m in Oklahoma, and hail’s just a way of life here. A few years back, I helped out after a pretty nasty storm - two houses side by side, both may...
RE: Why does cleaning up nail clippings always turn into a scavenger hunt?
That’s the story of my life, honestly. I’ve tried clipping over a damp paper towel - figured maybe the moisture would help - but nope, still found a rogue clipping in my sock later. Static just makes them launch like shr...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
Couldn’t agree more about the installer making all the difference. I’ve seen it firsthand after a tornado came through our area - two houses across the street from each other, same shingles, but one held up and the other...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
Thermal cams are a wild ride, aren’t they? I’ve had days where I’m convinced the thing’s just showing me where the neighbor’s cat took a nap, and other times it’s like finding buried treasure - except the treasure is sog...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen some folks regret skipping metal - especially after a couple windstorms tear through. Had a client last year with shingles less than 5 years old, and a big chunk peeled right...
RE: Confused about insurance deductibles for storm damage
That “cosmetic only” clause is a sneaky one, for sure. I remember the first time I ran into it - was helping a buddy after a hailstorm, and his adjuster basically shrugged and said, “Yeah, it’s ugly, but it’ll still keep...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
I’ve seen both sides - sometimes after a big hailstorm, prices on shingles can jump overnight if supply gets tight, but that’s rare. Most reputable guys I know will honor a quote for at least two weeks, sometimes longer....
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
That’s the thing - experience really does make a difference. I’ve been up on more roofs than I can count, and even now, there are surprises hiding under old shingles or tucked behind gutters. You’re right about peace of ...
RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?
I’ve run into that exact issue with mesh guards more times than I can count. Folks get them installed thinking it’s a set-it-and-forget-it fix, but with the right (or wrong) kind of tree overhead, it’s just a new kind of...
RE: Rusty nails ruining my weekend project
Had a similar issue a couple years back when I was fixing up my shed. Thought it was just a few rusty nails, but turns out the whole corner was quietly rotting away thanks to a sneaky gutter leak. Took me a weekend longe...