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RE: Little-known uses for that hammer loop on your belt
I thought I was the only one who used the hammer loop for random stuff... I’ve clipped my gloves through it so I don’t lose ‘em on the roof, but half the time they end up dragging in the tar or something gross. Never tri...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
That’s interesting - I’ve heard a few people say their insurance actually covered the smaller dents, but only after a big hailstorm when there were tons of claims going in at once. Maybe it depends on the adjuster or eve...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
Has anyone actually had luck finding a crew that does a legit eco-friendly cleanup? I’ve only seen it advertised once, and they wanted a pretty big upcharge. Also, for those in moss-heavy areas - what’s worked for you be...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
That’s wild about the snow drift leak - I’ve heard of stuff like that but never seen it myself. Do you think attic ventilation plays a part in how bad ice dams get? I keep hearing mixed things. Some folks say more airflo...
RE: When the inspector thinks your house is older than it is
Totally get that feeling - squirrels are relentless. Ever tried using that expanding foam along with mesh? I’ve seen mixed results, but sometimes it seems to freak them out enough to move on. About the inspectors, do you...
RE: How tricky is too tricky when fixing modern gadgets?
Had a similar thing happen with my old phone - screen cracked, and I just slapped some packing tape over it to keep the glass from falling out. That “temporary” fix lasted almost a year before I finally upgraded. But yea...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
That’s wild about the green roofs hiding leaks. I’ve only worked on a couple and yeah, it’s way harder to spot problems until they’re already bad. Do you think the membrane just isn’t up to Midwest weather, or is it more...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
Yeah, good point about the micro-corrosion. But I'm not totally convinced composites are always the answer. I've seen composite fasteners get brittle over time, especially with UV exposure. Maybe coated stainless could b...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
Yeah, I hear ya on that. Drones are pretty sweet, but they're definitely not foolproof. I'm curious, was it a professional roofing company that did your drone inspection, or more of a general home inspection thing? Somet...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
Interesting thought about installation tightness - I hadn't really considered that before. Makes me wonder if tighter nailing could actually trap moisture or debris more easily, leading to faster wear? Or maybe looser sh...
RE: Best ways to insulate a modified bitumen roof?
Good suggestions overall, but have you noticed if powered attic fans ever cause issues with moisture buildup? I've heard mixed things... wondering if that's just certain climates or installations. Curious what your exper...