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daisyv37
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RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
I get where you’re coming from, but I wouldn’t write off leak sensors so quickly. Manual checks are great, but in my experience, sensors have caught slow leaks I never would’ve spotted in time - especially after a storm ...
RE: What I Wish I Knew Before Installing Gutter Guards
I hear you on the attic insulation being a bigger culprit than the splash guards themselves. In my experience, it’s almost always a combo of heat loss and gutter design. The guards can make things worse if the underlying...
RE: if you had to redo your roof tomorrow, what material would you pick?
You nailed it with the insurance angle - cosmetic damage is a gray area, and I’ve watched plenty of folks get burned by that loophole. I get the appeal of metal for longevity, but in hail country, it’s not always the sla...
RE: Would You Pick Clay Tiles for Your Roof or Something Else?
That’s a pretty accurate description. Metal roofs are tough as nails in storms, but yeah, the noise can be next level if you don’t have good insulation or an attic buffer. Clay looks great and handles heat well, but I’ve...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
That’s pretty much been my experience too - weather is the real enemy, not squirrels or raccoons. I’ve seen those “lifetime” boots fail in under five years, especially on south-facing slopes where the sun just cooks them...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
I hear you on the quality control - big box stuff can be all over the place, especially if you need something specific like a certain gauge or coating. Direct from a local shop, I’ve found it’s easier to get panels that ...