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

Impact shingles are a solid choice, especially if you’re in an area that gets its fair share of hail. I’ve seen plenty of roofs after storms, and hone...

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RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts—what's your experience?

I’ve run into the same thing with synthetics curling and lifting, especially when there’s a gap between install and shingles. Did an inspection last m...

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RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons—did you see this?

That’s pretty much the reality with low-slope roofs—debris just doesn’t go anywhere on its own. Regular checks make a big difference, even if it feels...

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RE: Struggling with installing hip and ridge shingles—any tips?

Good call on flexing them by hand first—definitely helps avoid cracking, especially if they're a bit stiff from storage. One other thing I'd add is to...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

I hear you on that one—cleaning gutters is definitely not my favorite weekend activity either. The green roof idea is interesting, and I've seen a few...

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

Honestly, from what I've seen, it's less about deadlines or miscommunication and more about the initial design phase. Sometimes architects or engineer...

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RE: finally found a roofing company that didn't rip me off

Adding insulation definitely helps, but from what I've seen, it's more about the type and placement rather than just piling it on. Spray foam insulati...

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RE: Roof shingles that actually hold up in crazy wind?

I've inspected plenty of roofs with solid ventilation that still lost shingles. Like you said: Saw one homeowner switch to architectural shingles, ...

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