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RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
That’s honestly the part folks overlook the most. I’ve managed a few properties where the shingles themselves were decent, but the underlayment was bare minimum and it made all the difference after a storm. Hail just fin...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
Funny, I used to obsess over getting the membrane perfect, but after a few years managing these roofs, it's always the drainage that bites you. Had one building where we skimped on the drainage mats - looked fine for a w...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
I hear you on the old habits - sometimes I trust my eyeball more than any gadget. As for peel-and-stick, I’ve used it on a couple properties now. Haven’t noticed attic temps changing much, but it does seem to keep the mo...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
You nailed it - luck only gets you so far. I’ve seen roofs that looked perfect from the street, but once you’re up there or poking around the attic, it’s a different story. Those little gaps or loose nails can turn into ...
RE: Ventilation in new builds - are we overlooking something important?
That’s the thing - smell is only half the story. I’ve seen brand new homes with “perfect” ventilation on paper, but then you find a soggy patch behind a wall or in the attic. Drives me nuts. I always tell folks, don’t tr...
RE: looking for reliable tile roof brands in the US
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen brand make a difference, especially with color fade and tile consistency. Prep is huge, no doubt, but some of the cheaper brands I tried on a few properties chipped...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
That’s interesting - 5 degrees is more than I’d have guessed just from color. I’ve managed a few properties with both light and dark shingles, and honestly, the lighter ones always seemed to keep the attic less stuffy in...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
Cutting in more vents sounds good in theory, but honestly, I’ve seen it backfire if you’re not careful. I manage a few older duplexes and one time a guy got ambitious with the sawzall - ended up with weird drafts and eve...
RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?
Good points on sealing, though honestly I'd argue membranes and mats are more of a temporary fix than a long-term solution. I've seen heavy wind-driven rain peel up even well-sealed edges over time, especially if the adh...
RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts - what's your experience?
Couldn't agree more with this. I've managed a few properties where tenants got excited about DIY green roofs, and while I appreciate the enthusiasm, I've seen firsthand how quickly things can go south if the basics aren'...