cherylt92
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RE: Struggling with installing hip and ridge shingles—any tips?

Couldn't agree more. When I tackled my first hip and ridge install, I thought eyeballing would save me time...big mistake. Ended up with uneven overla...

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RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?

I've run into similar issues myself. Last year, I was welding TPO on a particularly hot day—must've been close to 95°F—and noticed the membrane was ge...

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RE: Trying to budget out a CertainTeed roof—any tips?

Interesting points here, and it makes me wonder—how do you accurately pinpoint whether it's insulation or ventilation causing the moisture buildup? I'...

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RE: Roof Dramas: Shingles vs. Metal After Heavy Rain

We went through almost the exact same debate a couple years ago when our roof needed replacing. I was pretty sold on metal at first, mostly because of...

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RE: Roof Dramas: Shingles vs. Metal After Heavy Rain

Interesting points raised here, but I'd argue that ventilation isn't always the silver bullet it's made out to be. I've seen situations where homeowne...

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

That's a pretty solid approach, especially the garden hose trick—I wish I'd thought of that before I started digging up half my yard. When I tackled s...

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RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS

I've noticed the same thing about aluminum being louder—my neighbor installed aluminum sheets last year, and during heavy storms, I swear it sounds li...

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

Your experience mirrors mine pretty closely. I had always assumed tile roofs were basically bulletproof—until reality decided to give me a bit of a wa...

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RE: looking for reliable tile roof brands in the US

That's a fair point, but I'm curious—has anyone here had composite tiles installed for longer than five years or so? I'm wondering if installation qua...

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RE: roofing mystery: the curious case of the missing shingles

Haha, funny you mention that—I once had a roofer casually mention "advanced polymer sealant" in passing. When I pressed him on specifics, he just shru...

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