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RE: Which is better for camera rigs: gimbal stabilizers or manual shoulder mounts?
I get what you mean about the chest mount feeling awkward—I tried one when I was patching siding and needed both hands, but the footage was all over the place. Have you ever messed with a simple handheld grip for quick j...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
I’m in northern Ohio and have a similar setup—big old maples, constant leaf drop. I put mesh guards on two years ago and honestly, they cut down the sludge a ton, but you’re right, stuff does pile up on top after a windy...
RE: Would Malarkey shingles survive a solar-powered zombie apocalypse?
Funny you mention the raccoon—I had squirrels try to chew through my old asphalt shingles, and they actually made it into the attic once. Swapped to Malarkey two years ago and haven’t had a critter problem since, so I’m ...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
That’s a good point about the sprays—my neighbor used one that claimed to be “eco-friendly,” but it still left streaks and the shingles looked rough after a year. I’ve always wondered if those metal strips actually make ...