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fitness_melissa
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RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve seen a couple jobs where adding a second layer actually held up fine for years. Not saying it’s perfect, but if the decking’s solid and you’re not in a spot with crazy weather swi...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
Definitely seeing that too, especially on the north side. Tried scrubbing a patch once and the tile looked kinda dull after - guess I got a little too aggressive. Not sure if it’s worth risking the warranty just for clea...
RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter - are you checking yours?
Binoculars are underrated, honestly. I’ve watched my neighbor try to “fix” his own roof after spotting a couple patches of moss - ended up cracking more shingles than he cleaned off. Sometimes less is more, especially if...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
I get the logic behind twice-a-year checks, but honestly, sometimes it feels like overkill - especially if your roof’s newer or you’ve got decent attic ventilation. I’ve seen folks stress about every tiny crack and end u...
RE: Why is every roof part named something weird?
Yeah, soffit threw me off too. I always thought it was just part of the gutter or something until I had to replace a section after a raccoon got in. Now I’m paranoid about checking for gaps every time the wind picks up. ...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
I get what you’re saying, but I’ve actually seen a couple of companies stick to their quotes for longer - like 30 days or even more - if you’re upfront about insurance delays. Not common, but it happens if you ask. Guess...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
I get what you’re saying about shingle marketing - some of those brochures make it sound like you’re buying a force field for your house. I’ve put up Malarkey a few times, and yeah, they do seem to handle wind better tha...
RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses
I get where you’re coming from about keeping the attic light, but I’m not totally convinced it’s always the best or only way to go. I mean, yeah, if you’ve got those old-school 2x4 rafters and they’re already sagging, pi...