cyclotourist47
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RE: Would tile roofs survive a harsh winter up north?

I get the appeal of tile, but honestly, after seeing my neighbor’s roof crack apart last winter, I just couldn’t risk it. Ended up with architectural ...

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RE: How long can you wait before that leaky roof becomes a real problem?

I actually tried one of those self-adhesive tapes last fall when I noticed a drip right above the bathroom. It stuck pretty well at first, but by Febr...

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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?

That part really hits home for me. After a hailstorm last spring, I thought I'd gotten off easy—just a couple shingles missing on my 8-year-old roof. ...

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RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters—worth the hype or waste of cash?

Yeah, those pine needles just don’t quit. I put in mesh guards last year thinking I’d be done with gutter cleaning for good, but nope—still have to sw...

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RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather—anyone tried this?

That’s been my experience too—synthetic underlayment is a big step up from felt when it comes to keeping water out, but I’ve noticed the same thing wi...

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RE: Roofing near the ocean—did you know salt air eats metal?

Marine-grade stuff isn't always overkill, tbh. My uncle went galvanized with coatings near the coast, and within two years he was already fighting rus...

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RE: Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?

Yep, found this exact issue in our place. Dryer vent was dumping straight into the attic—had no idea until we noticed condensation spots. Quick rerout...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: your roofer suggests a contractor network you've never heard of

Yeah, I've learned the hard way that slick websites don't always mean quality work. When we bought our first house, the inspector recommended a plumbe...

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RE: roof vents and the mysterious midnight drip

Had a similar issue last fall—mine was worse whenever temps dropped quickly after sunset. Insulating helped, but I also added a small vent fan on a ti...

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