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RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
I get the sweaty glove thing, but honestly, I’d take a little discomfort over tossing out a dozen pairs of disposables every week. Those “breathable” gloves aren’t perfect, but at least you can wash and reuse them. Plus,...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
That’s exactly what’s kept me on the fence about synthetics. I get the appeal - lighter weight, supposed to last longer, and yeah, they shrug off hail better than the old-school asphalt. But that slick surface? It’s not ...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
I hear you on the “leaf lasagna” with mesh guards - seen that plenty, and it’s a pain. But I’ve always wondered if the cost of pro cleanings twice a year really adds up to less than dealing with water damage repairs down...
RE: If underlayments had a race: which one would cross the finish line last?
I’ve seen synthetic underlayment bubble up on a few jobs here in south Texas, especially when it sits exposed for more than a week in August. I’m not convinced it’s just the product - sometimes crews rush the install or ...
RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters - worth the hype or waste of cash?
You’re spot on about broadleaf trees being less of a headache. Pines are a whole different beast. I’ve seen a lot of folks get their hopes up with foam or brush inserts, thinking they’ll finally be done with pine needle ...