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RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
Had a job last winter where the homeowner put foam board over the hatch and taped it up tight - thought it’d help with drafts. Ended up trapping moisture, and the attic sheathing started to blacken. I always tell folks: ...
RE: QUICK FIX FOR ROOF LEAKS: DOES A TARP REALLY HOLD UP?
Those blue tarps are basically disposable, especially if you get any wind gusts. I’ve seen folks staple them down and still end up with leaks. Overlapping is key, but also, don’t forget to check for pooling - water loves...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
Couldn’t agree more. I see a lot of folks chasing gadgets when just unblocking soffits and making sure baffles are in place does the trick. Solar fans are fine, but if your passive vents are working, you’re not missing m...
RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
You nailed it - waiting around with water pouring in is a recipe for disaster, especially if you live somewhere humid. Mold doesn’t care about your insurance paperwork, and once it sets in, you’ve got a whole new headach...