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cherylchef496
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RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
I get what you mean about the foam - tried it myself and had the same musty attic thing. But I’m not totally convinced screens are the answer either. Even stainless ones seem to clog up with gunk after a season here (lot...
RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks - thoughts?
Never had primer fail on me in cold weather, but I also haven’t seen it make a huge difference unless the surface was borderline sketchy to begin with. On one job last winter (mid-40s most days), my boss was super strict...
RE: Update Roof Ventilation ?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing with attic fans - sometimes they’re a lifesaver, sometimes they just end up pulling your cooled air if there’s leaks you didn’t know about. Makes me wonder how many people skip the air s...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
Yeah, I totally get what you mean about the moss coming back, especially on the shady side. Even with zinc or copper, it’s like a never-ending battle. Have you noticed if certain times of year are worse? I’ve seen some f...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
That’s interesting to hear about the insulation making the biggest difference. I kept expecting shingle color to be a game-changer too, but after helping my uncle put on new light gray shingles (he had dark brown before)...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
Interesting you mention freeze-thaw cycles - do you ever get ice dams along those edges, or does the metal help with that too? I’ve seen some folks use peel-and-stick under the corners, but not sure if that’s really need...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
Yeah, I totally agree with this. I've seen a few jobs where the 30-day window ended up causing some headaches - especially when unexpected delays popped up (weather, anyone?). Have you noticed if suppliers in your area a...