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jose_fisher
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RE: Would you worry about lightning if your house had a metal roof?
I’ve seen a few places with old wiring and metal roofs, and honestly, the combo always makes me a bit nervous - especially during storms. Has anyone actually had issues with insurance because of the wiring or roof materi...
RE: Water sneaking in - why is it so hard to find the source?
Chasing leaks is a nightmare, especially with older buildings. I’ve seen water travel 10 feet from the actual entry point before showing up as a stain - drives me nuts. Metal roofs are great if installed right, but you’r...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
I hear you on the leaf lasagna - mesh screens definitely aren’t “set and forget” if you’re under big trees. At one property, we tried the foam inserts and they just turned into a moldy mess after a wet fall. Sometimes it...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
Couldn’t agree more with this. I manage a bunch of rentals, and every year someone asks about those “maintenance-free” gutter covers. I’ve seen all the gadgets - foam, mesh, even some weird brush thing that looked like a...
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood
That’s the truth. I’ve seen plenty of people think just swapping out the roof is all it takes, but vents, eaves, and even landscaping can make or break your fire resistance. Still, you’re right - metal is a big step up f...
RE: How Often Do You Really Need to Service Your Stuff?
That’s been my experience too. I’ve managed a few places with big firs and shady spots - zinc strips slow things down, but nothing beats just getting up there and dealing with it before it gets out of hand. Miss a round ...