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kathy_hawk
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RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
Copper strips are definitely pricier, but in my experience, they’re a lot more effective than zinc - especially over the long haul. We replaced zinc with copper on our shed roof about five years ago (Pacific Northwest, s...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
That’s the thing - shingles are like a raincoat, not a parka. I went down the same road, spent a chunk on new asphalt shingles, but my heating bill barely budged. Honestly, if I could do it over, I’d look at something wi...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
Man, you nailed it with the “pop quiz” comparison. I swear, the inconsistency between inspectors is half the battle - one guy didn’t even look at my drainage layer, then the next wanted to see every single submittal and ...
RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?
Not sure I totally buy into the “asphalt’s easier to patch” argument. Maybe for a quick fix, but have you looked at how much waste those repairs create? Composite’s not perfect, but at least some brands are using recycle...
RE: KEEPING ICY ROOFS IN CHECK: WHAT’S YOUR GO-TO TRICK?
Cardboard baffles are the underdog, honestly. I used to think foam was the “upgrade,” but after a couple winters, the foam ones just looked sad - crushed or half out of place. Cardboard’s not fancy, but it doesn’t slide ...
RE: Roof checkups saved me big bucks - anyone else?
Yeah, Midwest weather is brutal on pretty much anything up there. I totally get the skepticism - every “critter-proof” fix I’ve tried seems to be a temporary truce with nature. That recycled rubber idea is interesting, t...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
Waxing metal sounded odd to me at first too, but honestly, it makes sense when you think about it. Salt air is relentless, and anything that creates a barrier helps. Still, I wonder how often you'd need to reapply wax to...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
That's a fair point about marine epoxy maybe not being ideal for galvanized metal - could be a compatibility issue there. I've seen some DIY jobs hold up surprisingly well too, especially when prep is done meticulously. ...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
Good call on the rubber mats - I hadn't really thought about vibration reduction before. Makes sense though, especially in windy spots. I'm curious, has anyone noticed if certain materials for the mats hold up better ove...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
Honestly, I'm not totally convinced that leaving extra wiggle room is always the best approach. Sure, it can help with expansion and contraction, but sometimes it just invites more issues down the line - like debris buil...
RE: thinking about splurging on better roofing - worth it or nah?
That's a fair point, but have you considered going even greener? I put in a metal roof about 8 years ago - initially pricier, sure, but my energy bills dropped noticeably, and it still looks brand new. Plus, metal's recy...
RE: Rusty nails ruining my weekend project
Interesting points, but honestly, stainless isn't always the magic bullet people think it is. I had a green roof project a couple years back where we went all-in on stainless fasteners, thinking they'd hold up perfectly....
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
I think specialized suppliers probably have better storage practices overall. When I got my metal sheets from a local roofing place, they were super careful about moisture control and stacking methods. Four years later, ...