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RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
I get what you’re saying about using your finger to check caulk, but I’ve actually been fooled by a bead that looked and felt perfect - turns out the seller just ran a wet finger over old, cracked stuff to make it look f...
RE: Would you worry about lightning if your house had a metal roof?
Funny you mention the fasteners - I've seen more issues crop up from those than anything else on metal roofs. Had a client last year who thought he had a major leak, turned out it was just a couple of loose screws lettin...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
Humidity’s a real menace, isn’t it? I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve opened up a toolbox only to find a fresh crop of rust, even after swearing I dried everything off. I’ve tried those little silica gel packs - som...
RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
Heated driveway mats plus radiant systems - now that’s a combo I haven’t seen much, but I get the curiosity. I inspected a place last winter where they tried both, hoping to keep the edges clear where the radiant didn’t ...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
That “popcorn machine” description is spot on - reminds me of a place I inspected last spring. Owners had a metal roof, no membrane, and you could barely hear yourself think during a hailstorm. They swore attic insulatio...
RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery
Leaf blowers are a riot until you’re the one chasing a rogue pile down the driveway. I’ve watched more than one neighbor accidentally redecorate the whole block with oak leaves - one good gust and it’s like autumn confet...
RE: How long can you wait before that leaky roof becomes a real problem?
That’s the truth. I once checked out a house where the leak was just a faint stain on the ceiling, but when we pulled back the insulation, half the joist was black and crumbly. The owner swore it was “just cosmetic.” Eve...
RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing
Had a seller once who tried to “fix” a flashing leak with a combo of duct tape and what looked like some kind of craft glue. I only found it because the attic smelled weird, and when I poked around, the insulation was da...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
That’s spot on about surface prep - skipping it is just asking for trouble down the line. I’ve seen rolled roofing hold up surprisingly well on some old garages, but only when folks kept an eye out for those little issue...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
Had a guy last summer who replaced his whole roof with “cool” shingles, but his attic was still baking. Turned out, the insulation had slumped and blocked half the soffit vents. I always poke around up there with a mirro...
RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather - anyone tried this?
Interesting point about the noise. I once inspected a home out in the countryside that had recently switched to a metal roof. The owner was worried about noise complaints from guests, especially since storms there could ...
RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
I went the mesh route too, but honestly, my experience was mixed. Installed them about two years ago after getting tired of hauling out the ladder every fall. They definitely cut down on leaves, but smaller debris - like...
RE: ROOFING NIGHTMARE: IF YOU COULD ONLY PICK ONE NAILER...
Had a similar experience last fall - inspecting a roof after some heavy winds. The homeowner lent me his cordless nailer for a quick fix, and it was great at first, but halfway through the battery just tanked. Maybe it's...