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RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
- Ran into this with a duplex last year - tenants kept complaining about upstairs heat, but adding more vents barely made a dent. - Ended up doing a combo: air sealing around light fixtures and boosting attic insulatio...
RE: Avoiding Commercial Project Underbids
- Seen this a lot, especially with roofs and HVAC - contractors spot “hidden” issues once they’re up there. - Bringing in a second opinion is pretty standard. Some contractors get defensive, but the legit ones usually do...
RE: Avoiding Commercial Project Underbids
- 100% agree on the “screwdriver test.” I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve found rot or hidden damage just poking around. Consultants sometimes miss the obvious because they’re focused on paperwork or CYA reports. -...
RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses
- Trusses are definitely low-maintenance, but I’ve seen a few issues crop up when people cut into them for skylights or attic access - structural integrity takes a hit fast. - In my experience, rafter roofs need more reg...
RE: Did you know Tamko started out making roofing in a chicken coop?
- Tried attic blankets in a few units - results were pretty underwhelming for noise, especially compared to denser batts or just adding cellulose like you said. - Mineral wool's solid for sound but it's no cure-all. I’ve...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
Good points overall, but honestly, I've had decent luck with big-box store metal roofing. A few quick thoughts: - Installed some sheets from a major retailer about 6 years ago - still looks pretty good. Maybe not showro...