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RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts - what's your experience?
I've used TPO liners a couple times now, and honestly, they've held up pretty well. Definitely agree they're tougher against punctures - had a situation last year where I dropped some sharp-edged flagstone pieces right o...
RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather - anyone tried this?
We considered rubber shingles too, but ended up going with metal roofing after weighing the pros and cons. Rubber definitely has its perks - like you said, quiet and eco-friendly - but metal seemed better suited for heav...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
I went with coated aluminum about 8 years ago when we redid our beach cottage roof. Honestly, I didn't expect much given how brutal the salt air can be, but it's held up surprisingly well. Like you mentioned, installatio...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
Totally agree with this. I've seen roofs with premium shingles get wrecked just because the installer skipped proper nailing patterns or didn't bother with good underlayment. Also, roof pitch makes a difference - steeper...
RE: struggling to decide between Tamko and CertainTeed shingles - anyone have thoughts?
My neighbor eventually got it sorted, but it was a bit of a headache. They ended up having another installer come in to fix the flashing and redo some shingles around the chimney area. Honestly, that's usually where inst...
RE: looking for reliable tile roof brands in the US
Couldn't agree more. Seen plenty of expensive roofs fail because of sloppy installs. One tip: always double-check the underlayment quality and make sure the flashing around vents and chimneys is spot-on... that's usually...
RE: Roofing Showdown: EPDM, TPO, or PVC - What's Your Pick?
Good to hear your TPO is holding up well. Went the EPDM route myself about five years ago - mostly because I liked the idea of a simpler DIY install (just roll it out and glue). It's been solid overall, but definitely ag...