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RE: Did you know synthetic slate can actually be lighter than real stone?
Yeah, I learned the hard way that it’s not just about the material. We went with synthetic slate to save on weight (old house, didn’t want to mess with extra support), but the first crew rushed it and we had leaks by the...
RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
Yeah, I’ve had the same problem with disposables - especially those cheap nitrile ones. They’re fine for painting or cleaning gutters, but the second you start dragging yourself under a deck or dealing with rough lumber,...
RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?
I hear you on the install crew - learned that the hard way when a rushed job left me patching leaks after the first storm. I do like composites for the lower upkeep, but man, the upfront cost stings. Midwest winters make...