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RE: Switching from RO to UF membranes made my life way easier
That’s been my story too. I tried a DIY settling barrel once - just a big blue drum before the pressure tank. It caught a lot, but I still had to rinse out filters way more than I wanted. I guess there’s always some trad...
RE: Why does picking between layering new shingles or ripping everything off have to be so confusing?
I hear you on the whack-a-mole leaks. We went the layering route a few years back, mostly because the quote for a full tear-off made my wallet cry. It looked fine at first, but after one rough winter, we started getting ...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
I hear you on the “grippy” shoes - mine felt fine until I hit that north-facing patch behind the chimney. Next thing I know, I’m clinging to the vent pipe like it’s a lifeline. I tried one of those telescoping brushes fr...
RE: Nailing Down Roof Age: Finally Got My Policy Approved After a Headache
That’s funny, because I used to be the opposite - just a couple wide shots, thinking, “They’ll get the idea.” Turns out, adjusters want to see every possible angle except maybe from a drone. Last year, when I tried to cl...