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donald_wanderer
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RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
I hear you on the guards - every time I’ve tried them, it just meant more hassle when it was time to clean. I’ve started scheduling gutter checks right after the last big leaf drop in fall and again in early spring. It’s...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
I’ve definitely had that same “more is better” mentality backfire, especially with outdoor stuff. Been there - tried double-layering patio furniture covers, thinking I was being clever, but all I did was trap moisture a...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
Lowered My Insurance Bill After a Roof Inspection - Anyone Else Surprised? That’s been my exact experience too. I’ve managed a bunch of properties around Sarasota and Manatee, and every time someone upgrades their roof ...
RE: if you had to redo your roof tomorrow, what material would you pick?
That’s exactly my worry with synthetic on steep slopes. I had a crew last year working on a 12/12 and even with harnesses, they were sliding around more than I liked. For my own place, I went with synthetic after seeing ...
RE: Did you know Tamko started out making roofing in a chicken coop?
Totally get where you’re coming from. Here’s how I tend to approach it: 1) Check the warranty on any new material - some of those “eco” brands look good, but their heat ratings are buried in the fine print. 2) Ask local ...
RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
Yeah, I’ve run into the same issue with leftover shingles. No matter how carefully I try to store them - flat, weighted, even wrapped in plastic - they always seem to get stiff and crumbly after a while. I’ve wondered if...
RE: looking for reliable tile roof brands in the US
That’s been my experience too, especially with tile roofs. Here’s what I usually do when picking a brand: First, I check who’s actually honoring their warranties in my area (sometimes local roofers know which brands are ...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
That’s exactly what I ran into on a place we manage that’s about three blocks from the beach. The previous owner used galvanized nails and painted flashing, figuring the paint would keep the rust at bay. Three years late...
RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters - worth the hype or waste of cash?
That’s the part that always gets me - once you add guards, it feels like you’re just cleaning ON TOP of the guards instead of in the gutter. I manage a few older places with big maples and oaks overhead, and it’s honestl...
RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather - anyone tried this?
Good points about ventilation and installation quality - seen plenty of roofs fail early because someone skipped steps. Curious though, has anyone here tried synthetic underlayment instead of traditional felt? Wondering ...
RE: Finally found the perfect Tamko shingle color
We went through something similar last year - ended up with Tamko shingles too, but in Thunderstorm Grey. Took us ages to narrow it down, comparing samples at different times of day, different weather...you name it. Funn...