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RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
That's solid advice right there. Flashings are sneaky - had a minor leak around my chimney flashing a couple years ago. Didn't notice anything until I saw a faint water stain forming on the ceiling one rainy weekend. Tha...
RE: ROOF DAMAGE DILEMMA: ASPHALT VS METAL, WHICH IS BETTER FOR INSURANCE CLAIMS?
Green roofs definitely have their quirks - you're right about the maintenance factor. I've done a bit of digging into this myself, and from what I gather, insurers can be pretty cautious about moisture-related claims on ...
RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?
That's interesting, but honestly I think your issue might've been more about timing than roof color. I've welded TPO on dark roofs plenty of times and if you get out there early before things hit scorching, it's usually ...
RE: insurance fine print strikes again - what would you do?
I get the point about documentation, but honestly, I've had better luck just talking directly with adjusters. Photos and emails are great, sure, but sometimes a quick phone call explaining the situation clearly can smoot...
RE: got some surprising numbers back from roof contractors today
Yeah, green roofs can definitely help with drainage and lifespan, but they're not always practical for everyone. I looked into it myself a while back, but the extra weight meant reinforcing the roof structure, which bump...