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RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
That snow slide is no joke. First winter with my metal roof, I thought the neighbor’s dog was on the roof when the first big chunk let loose - scared me half to death. Snow guards helped, but yeah, it’s another thing to ...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
Tried a gutter vac once on a big lodge after a nasty windstorm. It worked alright for loose stuff, but pine needles that had settled in with some rain? Not so much. Ended up back on the ladder with a trowel anyway... jus...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
I get where you’re coming from with the foam inserts turning into leaf traps, but I’ve actually seen them work out pretty well in some cases. It kind of depends on the type you use and how much tree debris you’re dealing...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
That’s been my experience too - no matter what you do, salt air just wins in the end. I’ve had a few clients try those so-called “marine-grade” paints, but honestly, they didn’t last much longer than regular ones. Has an...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
I’ve been through the same song and dance - swapped out old shingles for “cool” ones, but the attic still felt like a sauna until I tackled the venting. Had a buddy who thought more roof vents meant better airflow, but h...