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RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
Funny thing, I’ve actually seen less moss on composite than on older asphalt - at least on some of the newer installs I’ve checked out. Not saying it’s night and day, but the ones with smoother finishes seem to pick up l...
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood
I’ve seen a few green roofs go up around here, and I’ll admit they look great and do wonders for insulation. But in wildfire zones, I get a little nervous. Even with drought-tolerant plants, if folks let things dry out o...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
You’re not kidding - sometimes it feels like water finds a way no matter how careful you are. I’ve chased “mystery puddles” more times than I can count, especially after a hard freeze and thaw. Flat roofs in the Northeas...
RE: Would tile roofs survive a harsh winter up north?
I’ve seen a few tile roofs up here in the north, and honestly, they’re kind of rare for a reason. Had a client with old clay tiles - looked gorgeous but every spring he’d call me out to check for cracks and shifting. The...
RE: Flat roofs and heavy rain: is it a disaster waiting to happen?
You nailed it - there’s just no shortcut for keeping those drains clear, especially with all the maples around. I’ve seen every gimmick out there, and honestly, most of them just create a different kind of headache. Had ...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
Ain’t that the truth. I’ve seen salt get into attic vents and corrode the nails from the inside out - never would’ve guessed until I started poking around up there for a roof inspection. Brass does seem to age more grace...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
Ten days is barely enough time to get your ducks in a row, especially after a big storm. I’ve seen folks lose out on quotes just because their insurance adjuster was backed up or the paperwork took too long. Last spring,...