bearmartinez575
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RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing

- Been there, honestly. Last year, I kept patching a spot near my chimney with whatever sealant I had on hand. Looked fine from the ground, but after ...

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RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean

- Been working on roofs near the coast for a couple years now—honestly, I’m not convinced anything really stops the rust for good. - Tried those “mari...

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RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing

- Polyurethane’s definitely my go-to for flashing, too. Had a buddy use regular silicone last fall—peeled right off after a couple storms. - Sika’s ...

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RE: Finally got my attic temps under control—here's what worked

- Totally get the “insulation archaeologist” bit. Been there, prying out foam with a pry bar and regretting every minute. - Couldn’t agree more—somet...

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

- Totally hear you on the attic space thing—trusses can seriously eat into it. If you’re hoping for a walkable attic or storage, they’re not ideal. - ...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

- Been there... except I tried a heat lamp once. Let's just say the extension cord didn't survive. - Heated cables: mixed bag. Some swear by them, but...

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