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RE: Would Malarkey shingles survive a solar-powered zombie apocalypse?
Couldn’t have said it better. I’ve seen folks drop serious cash on “zombie-proof” shingles, but then skip the flashing or forget about critter guards. Next thing you know, raccoons are throwing a party in the attic. Shin...
RE: Is a white roof really worth it or just hype?
White roofs definitely look sharp - at least until the first windstorm drops half a tree’s worth of leaves up there. I’ve tried the leaf blower trick, but honestly, it just sends the mess into my neighbor’s yard (sorry, ...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
Man, you nailed it - those “lifetime” boots are about as trustworthy as a weather forecast in March. I’ve tried the same brands and honestly, after a couple Midwest winters, they all look like they’ve been through a blen...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
I’ve seen standing seam take a beating and still look brand new, while the old screw-down panels at my uncle’s place looked like someone played whack-a-mole on them after last spring’s hail. The paint finish really does ...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
Couldn’t agree more. I’ve seen “indestructible” metal vents leak like a sieve because someone got lazy with the sealant, while cheaper plastic ones held up just fine after a little TLC. Climate’s a beast too - what survi...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
Yeah, that sums up my experience with those mesh guards too. I thought I was being clever, but all they did was turn the gutter into a flat buffet for every leaf and pine needle in the neighborhood. The only thing they r...
RE: Would tile roofs survive a harsh winter up north?
Metal roofs are seriously underrated up here. I get the appeal of tile - looks great, lasts forever in the right climate - but Minnesota winters just don’t play nice. I’ve seen more than a few tile roofs turn into a patc...