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RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
I’ve tried those enzyme moss removers on asphalt shingles, and honestly, they’re hit or miss. Worked okay during a dry spell, but after a week of rain, most of it washed off before it did much. I just stick with brushing...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
Foam inserts are a gamble, yeah. I’ve seen them turn into a soggy mess after just one season - especially if you’ve got a bunch of trees around. They’re supposed to keep stuff out, but half the time they just trap it and...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
That’s pretty common in wetter climates - once the coating gets scratched, cheaper panels can start rusting almost immediately. Higher-end panels usually have better protective layers, so you’re not constantly fighting r...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
Yeah, insurance rates can be all over the place, especially after a big storm season. I’ve seen folks get a break after a clean inspection, then get hit with a hike just because the company changed their risk model for t...
RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters - worth the hype or waste of cash?
That’s been my experience too. I put in those micro-mesh guards thinking I’d finally outsmart the maples - nope. After one season, I was scraping out a layer of mud and sprouting seeds. Honestly, sometimes just clearing ...