george_evans
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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?

Is thermal imaging really worth the extra cost though? I get that it can catch stuff you’d miss, but if you’re on a tight budget, is it better to just...

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RE: Confused about insurance deductibles for storm damage

I’ve wondered the same thing, honestly. We upgraded to impact-resistant shingles after a hailstorm a couple years back, and my agent made it sound lik...

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RE: how long should we honor price quotes?

I get what you mean about the numbers feeling kind of mysterious. I’ve had a couple quotes for repairs on my old asphalt shingle roof, and the price d...

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

Is sealing attic bypasses really that much more important than upgrading insulation, though? I get that air leaks are a big deal, but in my old place ...

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RE: Which is better for keeping tile roofs dry: underlayment or sealant?

I keep going back and forth on this. On one hand, underlayment sounds like the “do it once, forget about it” option, but man, the price tag makes me s...

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

That line hits home. I’ve got a 15-year-old asphalt shingle roof and every time it rains hard, I’m half-expecting to see a new brown spot on the ceili...

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RE: Roofing roulette: whose warranty saves the day?

Makes me wonder, has anyone actually had a warranty that covered everything smoothly without jumping through hoops or finding hidden clauses? Seems li...

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

Interesting points here... I've been thinking about fabric shutters myself, mostly because they're easier on the wallet and seem simpler to install. B...

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RE: how long should we honor price quotes?

Yeah, seriously, are quotes even reliable past a couple weeks now? I've been wondering if suppliers are just padding their estimates to cover themselv...

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RE: roof vents and the mysterious midnight drip

Yikes, that sounds rough. Makes me wonder what hidden surprises might be lurking in my own place—how do you even spot these shortcuts before they beco...

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RE: telling apart fresh leaks from old ones is driving me nuts

Have you tried marking the edges of the stains with a pencil or painter's tape to track if they're growing? Sometimes it's hard to eyeball it, and thi...

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RE: need urgent roof repairs—any tips on hiring a reliable contractor quick?

I've been wondering about Angie's List too—heard mixed things since the merger. Does anyone know if their pricing structure changed much? Last time I ...

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