film_jerry
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RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery

Those quick fixes always seem tempting when you’re short on time or budget, but I’ve learned the hard way they just don’t cut it once winter rolls in....

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RE: Nailing Down Roof Age: Finally Got My Policy Approved After a Headache

Honestly, it’s not as bad as it sounds if you’re comfortable crawling around up there. I’ve had to do it for a few properties when paperwork was missi...

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RE: Would tile roofs survive a harsh winter up north?

I’ve managed a few buildings with tile roofs up north, and honestly, it’s a mixed bag. If the install’s perfect—good pitch, solid underlayment, no sho...

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RE: Debating cup vs link style rain chains for gutter replacement

Yeah, I’ve seen both styles cause headaches once winter hits. Cup chains look nice at first, but they’re basically ice sculptures by January. Link cha...

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RE: How tricky is too tricky when fixing modern gadgets?

I get where you’re coming from. Used to be, if the heat went out, I’d just check the fuse or reset the old dial thermostat—done in five minutes. Now, ...

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RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing

Had a similar experience myself—patched some flashing years ago, figured it'd be temporary at best. Still solid today. Sometimes the simplest solution...

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