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jcarpenter92
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RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
I get the urge to just toss disposables for nasty jobs, but I’ve actually started double-gloving with reusable nitriles under cheap disposables when it’s really gross. That way the inner ones last longer and my hands are...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
Quarterly checks might sound like a lot, but honestly, I’ve seen plenty of roofs where “twice a year” just isn’t enough - especially with trees overhead. All that debris and shade can really speed up moss and algae growt...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
I totally get where you’re coming from - 20 minutes just isn’t enough, especially if you’ve got trees nearby. I’ve seen so many folks miss stuff like moss or tiny cracks because they rushed it. Honestly, I’d rather spend...
RE: Choosing between attic fan setups: roof or gable mount?
I totally get the helicopter comparison - those old roof fans can be brutal. I’ve seen a lot of folks try to muffle the noise with insulation or even old towels, but like you said, it’s mostly just draft control. Gable-m...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
Funny you mention old newspapers as insulation - I once found a 1963 sports section stuffed behind a chimney. Made me wonder if the previous owner was just bored or trying to keep the squirrels entertained. You’re right ...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
That “patient attic” line is spot on. I’ve seen so many folks breathe a sigh of relief after a big storm, only to have the roof’s little secrets show up months later. Sometimes it’s a faint stain, sometimes it’s that tel...
RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts - what's your experience?
I get this question a lot on inspections, and honestly, I haven’t seen much of a difference in energy bills just from swapping out underlayment. Most of the time, attic insulation and ventilation play a way bigger role. ...
RE: Ventilation in new builds - are we overlooking something important?
That combo approach you landed on is honestly what I see a lot - sometimes there’s just no “set it and forget it” with attic airflow, especially with trees nearby. I hear you on the powered vent too; folks think it’ll so...