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RE: Composition Roof, Roof damage from improper installation, need advice
Had the same issue with nail pops a few years back - turns out the original roofer used nails that were about as long as my thumb. Not ideal. I just hammered them back in and hit the spots with a dab of roofing cement. H...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
I’ve had the same thing happen with butyl patches - sometimes they hang on for years, other times I’m up there peeling off curled edges after a winter or two. Prepping the surface makes a difference, but I swear some bra...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
That’s no joke. I tried the “just a quick rinse” method on my own 5/12 roof last spring, thinking it’d be fine. Ended up sliding halfway down before catching myself on the gutter. Not my proudest moment. I get wanting to...
RE: Little-known uses for that hammer loop on your belt
Hammer loops are handy, but honestly, I’ve never trusted them for anything heavier than a hammer or maybe a pry bar. Tried hanging a drill once - same as you - and it just felt off-balance the whole time. The weight pull...
RE: Little-known uses for that hammer loop on your belt
That’s true - the loop isn’t exactly rated for hauling bricks. I’ve tried the lunch bag thing a couple times when I was doing gutter work, but honestly, I found it got in the way more than it helped. Maybe I’m just clums...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
Yeah, skipping new flashing is asking for trouble. I learned the hard way - thought I could reuse what was there, but a year later I was tearing up sedum to get at a slow drip. Curious if anyone’s found a good way to spo...
RE: Why does every car brand have their own weird shade of red?
Mixing things up can look great, but I’ve found it’s not always worth the extra upkeep - especially if you’re somewhere with wild weather swings. I tried patching a section of my garage roof with leftover tiles that didn...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
Had a similar situation on my place about six years back - thought just adding a few more vents would handle the humidity up there, but it turned out half the insulation was already soaked and moldy. Ended up pulling all...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
That’s pretty much my approach - bought a sturdy ladder, use a soft brush, and stick to vinegar for moss. I do wonder if anyone’s had issues with insurance after a DIY job, though. My agent said as long as I’m not damagi...
RE: What would you do if your flat roof kept leaking but you couldn’t find the source?
I hear you on the “risky” move sometimes being the only move you can afford. I’ve been in that spot - old flat roof, mystery leak, and no way to just rip everything up and start over. I did the slow-hose trick too, but I...
RE: How long can you wait before that leaky roof becomes a real problem?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had better luck with those membranes - at least as a stopgap. For me, the trick was making sure the surface was bone dry and using extra adhesive at the seams. Held up f...
RE: Debating cup vs link style rain chains for gutter replacement
Tried both, actually. When I switched from cup to link style chains, I ran into the same mess you’re talking about - spring melt would just dump water in a big arc, splashing mud all over the siding and flower beds. Firs...
RE: When the inspector thinks your house is older than it is
I’ve been down this road with a 1950s place that’s had more “updates” than I can count. Here’s what worked for me: First, I went around with a flashlight at dusk, inside and out, looking for any light peeking through. Th...