Roofing discussions and local services.
cocoallen130
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Switching from RO to UF membranes made my life way easier
That line made me laugh - water really does find the weirdest ways to travel. I had a tenant call about a “mysterious puddle” in their hallway once, and it turned out to be condensation from an AC line three units over, ...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen powered fans help in some cases - especially in older houses where the ridge vent alone just couldn’t keep up. That said, if the attic floor isn’t sealed up tight, y...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
I hear you on the pressure washing - seen a few roofs take a beating from folks getting a little too aggressive with it. I’ve had better luck with those spray-on roof cleaners, but even then, I’m always a bit wary about ...
RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks - thoughts?
You nailed it about the trade-offs. I’ve managed a few buildings with torch-down and honestly, the fire risk is always in the back of my mind - especially with older wood-framed structures. Even with all the fire blanket...
RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks - thoughts?
That’s honestly the bottom line, especially with flat roofs. I’ve managed buildings with both torch-down and self-adhered systems, and I totally get the fire anxiety - one small mistake and it’s a nightmare. The green ro...
RE: Which holds up better over time: felt or synthetic underlayment?
I get where you’re coming from with the breathability argument, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience in a couple of my buildings. We’re in a spot that gets wild temperature swings - hot, muggy summers and then f...