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RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
Full tear-off’s the only way I’d go if you’re thinking about a living roof. I did one on my 1950s ranch - structural engineer checked the joists, and we beefed up a couple spots. Drainage was trickier than I expected, bu...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
Honestly, I get why the checklist feels like overkill - some of those manufacturer requirements make it sound like you need a full-time roof babysitter. But you’re right, most of the time they just want to see that you h...
RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather - anyone tried this?
I get where you’re coming from on the synthetic underlayments. I’ve been down that rabbit hole myself - spent way too many hours comparing specs and reading up on what’s “worth it” for our climate (I’m in the Midwest, so...