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RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
I hear you on the mats being less hassle than shoveling, especially when you’re dealing with an older driveway. I’ve managed a few properties with cracked concrete, and honestly, I was skeptical about heated mats at firs...
RE: Little-known uses for that hammer loop on your belt
I get the appeal of using the hammer loop for tape or chalk, but honestly, I’ve found it more trouble than it’s worth on busy job sites. That’s been my experience too - especially when you’re moving up and down ladders ...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
You’re spot on about patience with those zinc or copper strips - people always think the black streaks should disappear overnight. I’ve had to explain more than once that it’s a slow game, not a quick fix. And I’ve seen ...
RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks - thoughts?
Couldn’t agree more about the importance of who’s actually swinging the hammer (or torch, in this case). I’ve seen brand-new torch-down jobs look like a million bucks one year and then leak like a sieve the next, all bec...
RE: Why does every car brand have their own weird shade of red?
That’s spot on. I manage a lot with open parking, and the red cars always look the roughest after a couple summers - doesn’t matter if it’s a fancy sports car or a basic sedan. The sun just eats that color alive. I’ve se...