hiking440
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RE: What I Wish I Knew Before Installing Gutter Guards

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had better luck with the solid covers than with mesh. The mesh ones clogged up so fast with pine nee...

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RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step

That’s been my experience too. I had to budget for new downspouts and a bigger gutter on one side—wasn’t cheap, but cheaper than dealing with water da...

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RE: Choosing between attic fan setups: roof or gable mount?

That’s the main reason I went with a gable fan—less risk of messing up the roof and dealing with water stains later. But I’m curious, has anyone notic...

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RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine

I get it—those little cracks in handles bug me too. I’ve had a couple of old screwdrivers split on me mid-project, so now I always check for hairline ...

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RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing

Honestly, that’s where I’m at. I used to just hit the seams with caulk every fall, thinking I was saving money, but all it did was buy me another seas...

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RE: Avoiding Commercial Project Underbids

That’s the thing—short-term savings can backfire fast. I tried using leftover drywall in my garage once, and even there it warped after a wet winter. ...

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RE: Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?

Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing. My last place was a drafty 60s ranch—never had to think about air getting stale. Now in my “tight” new build, I’m r...

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RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks—anyone else?

Had that exact problem after a big rain last year. Mold popped up in the corners—cost me a weekend and a couple hundred bucks to fix. Clearing those s...

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