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RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
I hear you on the “impact resistant” labels. I manage a few properties in a hail-prone area, and honestly, even the so-called Class 4 shingles only buy you so much time. Seven years isn’t old for a roof, but insurance ad...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
Interesting point about rot being the bigger issue - I've seen that too, especially on older decks where the wood just gives out around the fasteners. In your experience, does sealing the wood around the holes actually h...
RE: Why does cleaning up nail clippings always turn into a scavenger hunt?
Definitely - no matter how careful you are, there’s always a stray bit hiding somewhere. I’ve tried using a damp paper towel to pick up the last few, but even then, some seem to vanish until I’m vacuuming weeks later. Ha...
RE: Which holds up better over time: felt or synthetic underlayment?
You nailed it with the “superior traction” claims - marketing always oversells that part. I’ve had crews complain about both, honestly. Felt is more forgiving when you’re walking on it, but those wrinkles after a storm a...