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RE: ANYONE ELSE NOTICE CHANGES IN SHINGLE BUNDLES LATELY?
I get that, but I’ve actually had the opposite experience with the lighter bundles. My last batch seemed to scuff and crack easier during install, especially in colder weather. Maybe it’s just the brand I picked, but I’m...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
I totally get that frustration. I had a similar issue with a rain garden - inspector flagged my blue flag iris as “not allowed” because it was listed wrong in their database. Took weeks to clear up. Did you ever try brin...
RE: How I put in a solar attic fan (and what I’d do differently next time)
I hear you on the older roofs - mine’s pushing 18 years and I’ve had to patch a few spots already. When you did your install, did you run into any issues with the attic fan mounting bracket not lining up with the rafters...
RE: Mounting solar panels: go with traditional flashing or try those newer deck-mounted seals?
Interesting take - I’ve actually had the opposite experience down here in the southeast. Our winters are pretty mild, and those deck-mounted seals have held up fine for me, even after a few hurricanes. Maybe it’s just a ...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
I’ve been through the whole “what roof do I actually want” debate more times than I care to admit. Shingles are everywhere around here (Midwest), and I get why - they’re cheap, easy to replace, and nobody bats an eye if ...
RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
I hear you on the zinc strips - they slowed things down a bit for me, but didn’t stop the moss entirely. My place is shaded most of the day, so it’s a constant battle. I’ve wondered if anyone’s had luck with those moss-k...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
Those hidden issues are the worst, right? I used to think a quick look from the ground was enough - until I found a soggy patch in my attic months after a storm. Ended up costing way more than if I’d just paid for an ins...
RE: Frustrated trying to pick roof decking materials
Interesting points about ventilation, but I'm wondering if we're giving decking materials a bit too much of a pass here. Sure, airflow matters a ton, but isn't the quality of the decking itself still pretty important? I'...