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RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
Rubber-coated gloves have been my go-to for most stuff too, but I’ve noticed they get slick if I’m working in the rain or with anything oily. Not great when you’re halfway up a ladder. As for goggles, I swear every “anti...
RE: Water sneaking in - why is it so hard to find the source?
I’ve had the same debate with myself. I tried one of those moisture meters once - ended up chasing phantom readings that turned out to be old spills, not leaks. Honestly, nothing beats poking around in the attic during a...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
I’ve definitely chased my share of leaks before realizing a wad of leaves was clogging the gutter elbow. Funny how easy it is to miss simple stuff when you’re convinced it’s something major. Do you ever bother checking b...
RE: Quick fixes for sudden roof leaks - what actually works?
Tried those patches last fall when a branch punched through my old asphalt shingles. Honestly, they stuck okay at first, but after a couple days of steady rain, water started seeping in around the edges. Maybe I didn’t p...