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RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
- Adding a layer might save cash up front, but it’s not great for the environment - twice the shingles = twice the landfill someday. - Maybe, but you can’t spot hidden rot or mold without a tear-off. I’ve seen decking t...
RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter - are you checking yours?
- Plastic vents just don’t cut it up here - seen too many of those brittle, sun-bleached covers crack wide open after a rough winter. - Ridge vents are a mixed bag. Great for airflow, but yeah, when the wind gets that ...
RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
- Hail does a number on regular asphalt shingles, no doubt. Even if they’re still “working,” the curb appeal takes a hit fast. - I’ve seen some folks switch to impact-resistant shingles (Class 4 rating) after a couple ba...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
- Not saying pros don’t have their place, but I think folks underestimate what they can spot themselves with a little research. - Most leaks or mold issues I’ve seen started because people ignored regular checks, not bec...