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RE: Would You Pick Clay Tiles for Your Roof or Something Else?
That’s actually a smart move, keeping yearly photos. I’ve seen a few homeowners get stuck when they can’t prove what’s new damage and what’s old. It’s a hassle, but probably worth it in the long run, especially with tile...
RE: Flat roofs and heavy rain: is it a disaster waiting to happen?
That’s interesting - green roofs aren’t something I see a lot around here, but I’ve read they can really help with drainage and temp swings. Did you have to reinforce your structure for the extra weight? I’ve always wond...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
Had a similar situation last fall - homeowner was convinced the shingles were defective because they started curling after just a few years. When we got up there, the attic insulation was packed tight against the soffit ...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
I get what you mean about sticking to the quoted price if the contract’s silent, but sometimes that can be rough for both sides. Like, last month, we had a job where the shingle price jumped 18% in two weeks. That’s fai...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
That’s actually a solid point about the wax, especially if you’re using something marine-grade. I’ve noticed a lot of folks around here (I’m just a bit inland from the coast) swear by that kind of paste wax for metal stu...
RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?
I’ve seen a couple of houses where water got behind the fascia, but it was usually from poorly installed gutters or flashing, not just the guard screws. If you use stainless screws and seal around them, it’s pretty rare ...
RE: Ventilation in new builds - are we overlooking something important?
Passive venting alone just hasn’t worked out in the tighter homes I’ve seen go up the past few years. We had a new build last winter - really well-sealed, tons of spray foam, all the right details - but still got condens...