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RE: IS YOUR ROOF TRYING TO TELL YOU SOMETHING?

- Yeah, those rubber boot flashings can be sneaky. They always look great when they're fresh, but a few weather cycles later...cracks everywhere. - Ha...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: your roofer suggests a contractor network you've never heard of

Neighbor gossip can be hit or miss too, honestly. Had neighbors rave about a roofer who turned out to be just average—nothing terrible, but nothing sp...

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RE: Commercial Roofs and Fire Safety: TPO vs EPDM

- TPO roofs can be decent, but seams are definitely their weak spot. Your neighbor patching them a couple times in 12 years sounds about right—nothing...

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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?

Had a neighbor who put fabric panels up about three years ago. Quick thoughts: - Held up fine through two decent storms, no tears or anything. - But....

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RE: thinking about splurging on better roofing—worth it or nah?

- Metal roofs are solid, no doubt, but they're not magic—seen a few dented up pretty bad after big hailstorms. - Agree on the install though...a bad i...

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RE: Is It Just Me or Do Underlayments Never Last as Long as Promised?

- Had similar doubts initially—thought the underlayment was just marketing fluff. - Installed a pricey, eco-friendly option... still had moisture issu...

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RE: ROOF DAMAGE DILEMMA: ASPHALT VS METAL, WHICH IS BETTER FOR INSURANCE CLAIMS?

Fair point, but honestly, both asphalt and metal have their quirks when it comes to claims. Asphalt shingles might make damage obvious, sure...but ins...

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RE: Is it true tile roofs are basically maintenance-free?

- Tile roofs def aren't maintenance-free, but neither is asphalt. - Moss buildup depends a lot on shade and moisture levels...maybe your spot's just u...

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RE: Is stacking solar panels with cooling layers worth the hassle?

- Tried something similar on a smaller scale—honestly, the gains were pretty minimal. - Cooling layers sound neat, but complexity usually means more m...

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