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RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi

Drones can be handy for a quick overview, but honestly, nothing beats getting up there and poking around yourself. I've caught plenty of sneaky leaks ...

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RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?

Good point about shingles—seen that happen more times than I can count. Another sneaky one is window seals. People think they're good to go, but a tin...

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RE: Paying in chunks as you go—smart move or risky business?

You're definitely on the right track about those warranties—can’t stress enough how much clarity matters there. I’ve seen more than one homeowner get ...

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

Yeah, rafters definitely win for storage space—trusses can be a real pain if you're trying to stash anything bigger than a shoebox. Hurricane clips ar...

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RE: How tricky is too tricky when fixing modern gadgets?

Couldn't agree more. I've inspected plenty of homes where fancy tech solutions ended up causing more issues than they solved. Just last week, I saw a ...

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RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi

Drones can be pretty handy for spotting obvious stuff like missing shingles or flashing issues, but they're still limited when it comes to hidden rot....

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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?

Yeah, you're spot on about drainage being key. I've inspected quite a few DIY green roofs, and honestly, most hold up better than people expect—as lon...

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RE: telling apart fresh leaks from old ones is driving me nuts

I've had similar headaches with fiberglass. Had one job where the moisture meter kept giving me weird readings, drove me nuts until I swapped it out f...

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RE: keeping attic cool to stop ice dams?

Yeah, insulation's definitely underrated. I've seen plenty of attics with great ventilation still struggling with ice dams because heat was sneaking u...

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