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RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses

Couple quick points from experience inspecting roofs: - Mixing rafters and trusses isn't impossible, but it complicates ventilation. Seen plenty of a...

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RE: Will new solar panels mess up my old roof?

- Good points here. Quick tip from experience: • Always do a thorough roof inspection BEFORE solar installs. • Check flashing, shingles, and decki...

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RE: thinking about splurging on better roofing—worth it or nah?

Agreed on this. Most moisture issues I've seen were due to poor drainage setups or sloppy installs. A properly designed green roof has solid waterproo...

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RE: ROOFING NIGHTMARE: IF YOU COULD ONLY PICK ONE NAILER...

Good point about the battery placement—I've noticed that too. A lot of these hybrid nailers seem slightly front-heavy, especially after a few hours up...

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RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?

- Thicker TPO definitely gives a bit more wiggle room with heat control—good call on practicing first. - Generally, aiming for around 900-1000°F at th...

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RE: Found a mysterious metal roof sample... now what?

Good point about the bricks absorbing moisture—seen that happen plenty of times myself. Plastic spacers are solid, but I've also had good luck using s...

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RE: Are you more of a troubleshooter or a fixer-upper?

Good point—it's definitely tricky. Seen some success with adjustable vent covers; lets homeowners tweak airflow seasonally without fully sealing thing...

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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?

Had a similar experience inspecting a client's home last spring—basement was totally flooded after heavy rains. A few things I noticed that made the d...

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