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RE: Which fix matters most for recurring ice dams: insulation, air sealing, or ventilation?
The exhaust-duct check belongs alongside the ceiling-penetration inspection: - Confirm every bathroom, kitchen, and dryer exhaust terminates outdoors, not in the attic or soffit. - Look for insulated ducts with sealed j...
RE: Mounting solar panels: go with traditional flashing or try those newer deck-mounted seals?
- I get where you’re coming from - deck seals do seem cleaner, especially if you’re worried about a bunch of holes in the roof. - My place is older (asphalt shingles, Midwest), and I went with flashing after seeing a nei...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
- Had the same issue with brush inserts - squirrels just treat them like a hammock. - That’s for sure. Pulled out a whole mouse nest last fall, and it was basically a five-star hotel in there. - Switched to stainless ...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
- Tried the stainless fasteners last time I replaced a section - honestly, they did seem to hold up better, but the heads still got dinged up after a couple big storms. Maybe slowed the rust, but didn’t stop it. - Had bo...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
- I’m with you on the weather factor - Midwest winters are brutal on my flat roof. - I check after any big snow melt or heavy rain, just walking it myself. - Hired a pro every couple years, but if I see ponding or so...