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RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
I get where you’re coming from - losing a checklist to the wind would drive me nuts. But I’ve had my phone die right when I needed it, and then I’m stuck with nothing. Do you ever worry about battery life or losing stuff...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
I keep thinking about the green roof thing too, but honestly, does anyone know what happens if you get a really wet winter and it just turns into a soggy mess? I’ve seen some cool sedum setups online, but I’m worried abo...
RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?
Interesting to hear about the attic temp - didn’t realize composite could make that much difference. I keep hearing composite lasts longer, but is it really that much tougher in hail? I worry about the upfront cost if it...
RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing
I’m honestly still not sure what the “right” answer is with this stuff. We had a small spot on our back porch flashing that started to bubble up, and I figured a quick patch would hold until spring. Used some of that alu...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
That’s what worries me - how do you really know if the crew did it right unless you’re up there watching every move? I mean, I read all the warranties and specs, but it seems like even the “hurricane-rated” stuff is only...
RE: Avoiding Commercial Project Underbids
I get what you mean, but sometimes I wonder if there’s a line between being thorough and just annoying everyone on the job. I’ve asked about conflicting specs before and got a lot of eye rolls, but then again, I’d rather...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
I get what you’re saying about checking for granules and peeking in the attic - makes sense. But how much granule loss is actually “bad” for a roof that’s only a couple years old? I noticed some after the last storm, but...
RE: Trying to budget out a CertainTeed roof - any tips?
Trying to budget out a CertainTeed roof - any tips? I’m still trying to wrap my head around how much attic humidity is “normal” too. I’ve read so many conflicting things - some say it’s just a summer thing, others act l...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
Can’t believe how much time I’ve spent googling “roof root intrusion” lately. I get what you mean about the drainage layer being crucial, but do you really need to check it that often? I keep hearing these roofs are supp...
RE: IS YOUR ROOF TRYING TO TELL YOU SOMETHING?
Good tips, but how reliable is the binocular method really? I mean, can you actually spot subtle shingle issues clearly from ground level? Seems like you'd miss a lot... or maybe my eyesight just sucks, lol.
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
I've been thinking along similar lines about metal roofs, but I'm still a bit skeptical about the insulation completely solving the noise issue. Does anyone know if certain types of insulation work better than others for...
RE: roof vents and the mysterious midnight drip
Interesting points, but I'm wondering - is it always necessary to replace flashing completely? I get the logic behind thorough replacements, but I've heard from a couple neighbors who've patched theirs up and haven't had...
RE: took a chance on higher-priced bids and it paid off
I'm still on the fence about warranties... did yours cover everything, like labor and materials, or just the basics? Just bought my first place and debating if it's worth shelling out extra cash for peace of mind.