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RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
I tried running heated mats off a small solar setup last winter, hoping it’d help with the electric bill. Honestly, it didn’t keep up once we got a real snow dump - solar just couldn’t deliver enough juice when I needed ...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
Those zinc and copper strips actually do something, but I wouldn’t call it a miracle fix. Here’s what I’ve seen: if you install them near the ridge, rainwater washes tiny bits of metal down the shingles, which helps slow...
RE: if you had to redo your roof tomorrow, what material would you pick?
You nailed it about the headaches - every roof type has its own set. I’ve been on a few metal jobs in the Texas heat, and yeah, that attic turns into an oven if you don’t go heavy on insulation or radiant barriers. The d...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
I usually put “valid for 30 days” right on the quote, but honestly, even then it can get dicey if prices spike fast. Had a guy try to lock in a 3-month-old price - no way. I just point to the date and explain the market’...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
Buying direct from a regional manufacturer sounded good to me too, but once I factored in freight, it was barely cheaper than the local specialty shop. They also had a minimum order - like 20 sheets - which was overkill ...
RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters - worth the hype or waste of cash?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing. Leaf guards definitely help with the big stuff, but those tiny needles and seeds still find a way in. I’ve tried a couple brands - some are better than others, but none are totally main...