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RE: How much should future tile matching affect a synthetic slate decision?
The written plan should also cover warranty implications. A replacement tile may be available but still create a problem if the warranty requires an approved installer, specified fasteners, or a particular repair method....
RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
Can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to fish fiberglass out of my gloves after trying to “improve” ventilation. I’ve landed on using the thinner nitrile disposables for plumbing or anything wet, but for crawlspaces and...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
I’ve seen a lot of galvalume roofs hold up better than plain galvanized after hail, but you’re right - sometimes you’ll get that odd pitting or even flaking, especially if the original coating wasn’t applied evenly. I al...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
That’s not far off. I’ve seen a handful of claims get denied for missing something as small as a semi-annual inspection or drain cleaning, even if everything else was documented. It’s frustrating, but insurance and warra...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
That’s a fair point. I’ve seen a few projects where the nursery folks picked great plants, but the drainage layer was an afterthought and it caused pooling in weird spots. Landscape architects do tend to look at the whol...