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dennisr99
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RE: PVC/TPO Roofing Membrane Material Notes for Commercial Flat Roofs
Can’t tell you how many times I’ve second-guessed my moisture readings on these roofs. Capacitance meters and foil-faced anything is a recipe for confusion… I’ve had readings jump all over the place, then you pull up the...
RE: WHEN DOES A "QUICK FIX" TURN INTO A WEEKEND PROJECT?
Yeah, those little water spots are sneaky. I once thought I just needed to repaint a patch in my laundry room - turned out the drywall was mush behind it. Never used a moisture meter before that, but now it’s my go-to. S...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
Those touch-up pens are kind of hit or miss in my experience. They’re fine for tiny chips, but anything bigger and you’re better off with a little sanding and some spray paint - just gotta be careful to blend it in. My n...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
I get where you’re coming from. I’ve got a split-level from the late 90s, and the vent boots lasted longer than I expected. The only time I bothered swapping one was after a squirrel chewed through it - wasn’t on any sch...
RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
That folder system sounds a lot like what I do - nothing fancy, but when the insurance adjuster starts asking for proof, it’s a lifesaver. I’ve even started taking short videos too, especially after a bad hailstorm. It’s...
RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter - are you checking yours?
Couldn’t agree more - infrared cameras are neat, but I always end up crawling around the attic with a flashlight anyway. Last year, I found a cold patch by my chimney and figured it was just a draft, but turned out the f...