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jakegarcia309
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RE: Is it smarter to pay upfront or finance big purchases?
I totally get that “comes in waves” feeling. My first year as a homeowner, it was like my appliances were conspiring against me - dishwasher died right after I replaced the water heater. I always thought paying upfront w...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
I’m with you on not wanting to lug around a toolbox every time I check things out. I just moved in last fall and honestly, half the time I’m not even sure what I’m looking for unless something looks obviously wrong. Is t...
RE: TOUGHER ROOF OR JUST GOOD ENOUGH? NEED HELP DECIDING
I get what you’re saying about attic fans, but is it really that big of a deal if there are a few small leaks between the attic and the house? I mean, I’ve got some gaps around my attic hatch, but I figured the fan would...
RE: Choosing between attic fan setups: roof or gable mount?
I’ve been wondering about this too, since our attic gets crazy hot in the summer. We’ve got gable vents but I’m not sure if they’re enough. Is there a way to tell if the soffits are actually letting in enough air, or do ...
RE: Would You Pick Clay Tiles for Your Roof or Something Else?
That’s exactly what I’m worried about with our place - built in ‘52, and I have no clue how much weight those rafters can actually take. The idea of a green roof is awesome, but I keep reading mixed things about retrofit...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
I’ve been wondering the same about those “marine grade” coatings. The guy who installed my gutters swore by them, but honestly, I already see a couple of rust spots after just two years. Maybe it helps, but I’m starting ...
RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
That’s interesting - makes me wonder if I’m missing stuff on my own roof. I’ve only ever looked from the ground, mostly because I’m not super comfortable with heights. My house has a pretty steep pitch, too, so I’m a bit...
RE: ROOFING NIGHTMARE: IF YOU COULD ONLY PICK ONE NAILER...
Haha, wrestling hoses as cardio...I like that perspective. But seriously, do cordless nailers really die that quickly? I'm asking because I'm about to tackle my first roofing project this spring, and I've been debating c...