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RE: Would Malarkey shingles survive a solar-powered zombie apocalypse?
I get the whole ridge vent thing, but I’ve honestly seen just as many problems with them as solutions. Maybe it’s the way some houses are built around here - older homes, weird rooflines, not enough soffit vents to actua...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
I’ve managed a few properties with both shingle and metal roofs around Austin. Honestly, after that hailstorm last spring, the metal roofs looked rough but didn’t leak at all. The shingle ones? Had to patch three of them...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
I’ve tried that galvanized mesh, but honestly, it still rusts out faster than I’d like - especially near the coast. I’ve heard stainless holds up better, but it’s not cheap. Anyone have luck with those plastic-coated scr...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
Pollen’s a nightmare, especially in the spring around here. I’ve seen folks try everything - power washing, those fancy gutter guards, even tarping sections of their roof for a few weeks. Nothing really keeps it off for ...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
That’s the part nobody warns you about, right? I manage a few places with low-slope roofs and it’s always the same story - leaves, needles, random junk just hang out up there like they’re paying rent. Steeper roofs at le...
RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather - anyone tried this?
Yeah, I get where you’re coming from. I’ve been pretty skeptical about synthetic underlayment, mostly because I’ve seen so many “miracle” products come and go over the years. But honestly, after a couple of rough seasons...
RE: Storm wrecked my yard - here's why I'm glad I called in help
French drains are solid, but honestly, I've seen plenty of DIY attempts end up causing more headaches down the road - especially if the slope isn't spot-on. Rain gardens are great too, but they're not always the silver b...