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RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
That’s a good point about hidden issues - sometimes what you can’t see is what’ll get you. I thought I’d patched up a leak in my attic last year, but turns out water was still sneaking in further down and I didn’t catch ...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
That’s been my experience too. After last winter’s windstorm, my neighbor had half his asphalt shingles flapping around while my composite roof didn’t budge. I do get some fading, but honestly, I’d rather deal with that ...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
Couldn’t agree more. I’m in Oklahoma and had a similar runaround - one company wanted the shingle packaging, install photos, and even the contractor’s invoice. Another just asked for the permit number. It’s wild how inco...
RE: What would you do if your flat roof kept leaking but you couldn’t find the source?
Had a similar situation with my old place - flat roof, about 15 years old, and the leaks just kept coming back no matter how many times I patched. Clearing drains helped a bit, but honestly, once the membrane starts to g...