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RE: Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?

Funny how “fresh air” in winter just means freezing drafts, right? I’ve seen a lot of new builds with those vents basically acting like open windows w...

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RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons—did you see this?

Interesting point about the ridge and gable vents—I've seen folks tape those up after a storm thinking they're stopping leaks, but it just traps even ...

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RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi

You nailed it. The tech is impressive, but if the report leaves you more confused than before, it’s not doing its job. I’ve seen plenty of these “ther...

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RE: Finally got my attic temps under control—here's what worked

Sealing those leaks definitely makes a huge difference—you're not just lucky. Air infiltration is one of the biggest culprits for heat gain. Baby powd...

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RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?

Storm shutters can definitely help—especially the roll-down aluminum ones. Window film's decent for minor debris, but won't hold up against serious im...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: your roofer suggests a contractor network you've never heard of

Definitely agree that contractor networks aren't inherently bad. I've dealt with a few myself, and honestly, it just comes down to doing your homework...

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RE: Best ways to insulate a modified bitumen roof?

That's a fair point—reflective coatings can be a bit pricey upfront, especially if you're working with a smaller roof area. But here's something to co...

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RE: ROOF DAMAGE DILEMMA: ASPHALT VS METAL, WHICH IS BETTER FOR INSURANCE CLAIMS?

That's a fair point about metal roofs potentially costing more to repair. A few years back, I worked with a homeowner who had switched to metal roofin...

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RE: Monsoon season and roof troubles—anyone else worried?

Definitely understandable to feel uneasy after seeing something like that. But just to offer a slightly different perspective—roof collapses, while sc...

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