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RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
Never fails - water finds the weirdest ways in. Skylight leaks are a pain, and honestly, I see more paperwork ruined by roof leaks than folks realize. You’d be surprised how much damage even a slow drip can do if it’s ov...
RE: Mounting solar panels: go with traditional flashing or try those newer deck-mounted seals?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen plenty of deck seals hold up just fine - even in some nasty windstorms. The trick is making sure they’re installed right the first time. Flashing’s solid, no doubt, but it ca...
RE: Little-known uses for that hammer loop on your belt
That’s pretty much it. I’ve tried sticking all sorts of stuff in that loop - chalk line, pry bar, even a water bottle once when I was up on a steep pitch and didn’t want to dig through my pouch. For me, the hammer loop’s...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
Ever tried those all-silicone boots? I’ve seen some folks claim they hold up better with the constant freeze-thaw, but I’m not convinced they’re worth the extra cost. What kind of roof pitch are you dealing with, by the ...