bharris18
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RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter—are you checking yours?

Funny how the simplest stuff works, right? I’ve watched people spend a fortune on zinc strips and fancy treatments, but the only roofs that consistent...

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RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?

I hear you on the pro cleaning route. After managing a few buildings with steep roofs, I just can’t justify the risk or the time anymore—especially wh...

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RE: Solar attic fan install was supposed to be easy... right?

I’ve managed a few properties where folks insisted on solar attic fans, and honestly, it’s a mixed bag. If your attic floor isn’t sealed tight—think g...

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RE: Did you know Tamko started out making roofing in a chicken coop?

I get where you’re coming from, but I actually think plant choice can matter more than it seems—at least in the long run. You said, Thing is, I’ve se...

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RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?

Couldn’t agree more about the install details. I’ve managed a few properties through hurricanes, and it’s wild how two roofs right next to each other ...

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

That double-firing issue is the worst—totally messes up your pace, and you end up spending more time fixing jams than actually getting shingles down. ...

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RE: Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?

You're definitely onto something with the attic suspicion—seen that issue pop up a lot in newer homes lately. Checking soffit vents is pretty straight...

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

Definitely agree with the points made here, especially about metal roofing. I switched to metal roofing on one of my properties a couple years back, a...

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RE: Is it true tile roofs are basically maintenance-free?

Tile roofs can definitely be lower maintenance, but honestly, I've found preventative sealants to be more hype than help. Had a couple properties wher...

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

That's always a tricky question because water damage can be sneaky—it might show up right after a heavy rainstorm or quietly accumulate over months be...

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RE: Best ways to insulate a modified bitumen roof?

Staggering joints definitely helps—I've seen it firsthand. Had a building a few years back where we didn't stagger initially, and we ended up with som...

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