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RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
I’ve been wondering about this too. We just switched to composite tiles last fall (Midwest, lots of freeze-thaw), and honestly, I can’t decide if it’s actually quieter or if I’m just used to the old clay tiles making a r...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
That’s interesting about Atlas being strict on their warranty. I was actually looking at copper strips after seeing black streaks show up on my north-facing slope - lots of tree cover, always damp. But I’m a little worri...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
I keep seeing people say granule loss is just “normal,” but I’m not totally convinced it’s always harmless. My new shingles (IKO) dropped a ton of granules after the first rain, way more than my neighbor’s CertainTeed di...
RE: Why does picking between layering new shingles or ripping everything off have to be so confusing?
That’s exactly what I’m worried about. I keep reading that adding a second layer can void warranties or even mess with insurance, but then again, tearing everything off is a huge expense. Did your uncle’s roofer check th...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
That’s hitting a little too close to home for me. I just bought my place last fall and figured I could get away with patching around the vent boots until spring. The shingles are probably 18 years old - definitely brittl...
RE: Would You Pick Clay Tiles for Your Roof or Something Else?
I hear you on the clay tile headache. We bought our place last year and it’s got this patchwork of original tiles and a few obvious replacements - none of them match, not even close. I keep wondering if that’s just somet...
RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?
I’ve been wondering the same thing. The numbers look good on paper, but I keep circling back to how asphalt’s been around forever. Is composite really that much better in storms or just “new and shiny”? I’m not convinced...