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

- Seen this a lot, even in high-end builds. - Always double-check vent terminations—bath fans, dryers, kitchen hoods. - Moisture in the attic = mo...

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RE: Is that metal strip on the edge of my roof actually necessary?

- Seen this a lot, especially on older buildings. Once had raccoons get in through a gap where the drip edge was missing—total mess, not worth the has...

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RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters—worth the hype or waste of cash?

- If you’ve got big maples or pines nearby, honestly, most gutter guards just make the job harder. - Tried mesh, foam, helmet styles—none handled th...

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RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons—did you see this?

- Honestly, I’ve seen gutter guards work better than folks give them credit for, especially the higher-end micro-mesh ones. - If you’re still gettin...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

- Had the same issue with water overshooting even after installing micro-mesh guards. - Exactly this. Adjusted the pitch slightly last spring, and it...

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RE: insurance fine print strikes again—what would you do?

- Document everything—photos, emails, calls. - Highlight exact policy wording vs. your situation. - Escalate if needed; supervisors often have more le...

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

- Exactly. Grip tape is a decent band-aid, but proper gear is the real fix. - Had a roofing crew last summer swear by stick nailers for lighter weight...

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RE: what if insulation requirements suddenly doubled overnight?

Exactly this. Had a property hit by a bad hailstorm last year... tenants moved out temporarily, insurance covered most of it, perfect time to upgrade ...

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