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RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing - light snow, no problem, but anything more and those mats just can’t keep up. I’ve actually thought about hooking mine up to a solar setup, but I’m not sure if it’d generate enough juic...
RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
That’s exactly what I was worried about with those mats - if the water can’t drain, it’s just gonna refreeze somewhere else. Has anyone tried regrading a driveway themselves? I keep wondering if it’s a DIY job or if I’d ...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
That’s exactly what’s been on my mind with composites. I keep hearing they’re “set it and forget it,” but then I’ll see a post about someone dealing with warping after a few years in direct sun. My neighbor put them on h...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
That’s interesting - do you ever run into issues with the smaller shops not having enough selection, or is it usually just a matter of waiting for them to order it in? I’ve thought about doing the same, but I’m a little ...
RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
Good points about moisture buildup - I've wondered about that myself. Do you think the type of underlying membrane makes a big difference? I've heard EPDM membranes handle moisture better than some others, but I'm not to...
RE: Roof Dramas: Shingles vs. Metal After Heavy Rain
I've wondered about the insulation costs too. When we replaced ours, I looked into metal roofing and had similar concerns. It seems like the noise is subjective - some people actually find that sharper tapping relaxing, ...