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RE: ANYONE ELSE NOTICE CHANGES IN SHINGLE BUNDLES LATELY?
You’re not imagining things. I’ve seen a lot more granule loss on newer installs lately, even with “premium” shingles. Manufacturers have been tweaking formulas to cut costs - less asphalt, lighter mats, you name it. It’...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
Funny you mention shifting after hail - last spring, I inspected a place where the homeowner swore his “indestructible” silicone gaskets would outlive the house. Well, after a golf-ball-sized hailstorm, those gaskets wer...
RE: How Often Do You Really Need to Service Your Stuff?
That’s a fair point - seen my share of “inspection footprints” on soft shingles, especially in hot weather. Still, I’d say a quick visual from the ground or with binoculars goes a long way. If you’re in a spot with squir...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
You’re spot on about the weight - composite tiles are usually a relief for older rafters compared to concrete. I’ve seen a few jobs where folks switched from asphalt and didn’t realize the extra bracing needed until thin...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
I get why folks like a short quote window, but honestly, sometimes 30 days just isn’t enough - especially for bigger jobs or when you’re waiting on other inspections or permits. I’ve seen homeowners rush decisions just t...