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RE: QUICK FIX FOR ROOF LEAKS: DOES A TARP REALLY HOLD UP?
I’ve seen those spray-on sealants in action, and honestly, they’re kind of hit or miss. My uncle tried one on his shed roof last summer - looked great for about a week, then the first big rain just peeled it right off. I...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
I’ve seen overlays last a decent while, but it’s always a gamble in our weather. My uncle did an overlay on his ‘70s ranch, and the first few years were fine. Then a brutal winter hit and he started getting leaks around ...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
That’s been my experience too - my uncle’s place had architectural shingles and after a big hailstorm last year, only a handful needed replacing. The neighbors with older 3-tabs weren’t so lucky. Insurance covered most o...
RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts - what's your experience?
Man, I hear you. First time I tried pulling up self-adhered after a Texas summer, I thought the roof was gonna come with it. Synthetic’s been way easier for patch jobs, but yeah, those bubbles drive me nuts sometimes. St...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
That’s been my experience too, though sometimes I wonder if we’re just picking the lesser evil. I’ve seen powder coat flake off in sheets after a couple years on a windy ridge - looked great at first, then one winter and...
RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing
Man, I’ve wrestled with this too. The first time I tried caulking aluminum flashing, I just slapped on silicone and figured I was golden. Two summers later - cracks everywhere. What actually helped was cleaning with rubb...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
I've seen a few roofs with these newer tapes, and honestly, the UV thing is a legit concern. A couple summers back, we did a repair job on a roof that had been patched up with flexible flashing tape maybe 3 or 4 years ea...
RE: Hypothetical scenario: your roofer suggests a contractor network you've never heard of
I totally get the hesitation with smaller contractors - been there myself. A couple years back, we replaced a roof on an older cottage out by the lake. Initially, we went straight to the big-name companies because it fel...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
Primer's definitely underrated. I remember one job where we skipped it - boss was in a hurry - and sure enough, we were back up there within a year fixing peeling sealant. Lesson learned the hard way. Speaking of prep th...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
Yeah, neoprene washers can be hit or miss depending on the conditions. Last fall, we did a similar metal edging job, and I remember thinking we'd nailed it (pun intended) with those washers. But come springtime, after a ...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
That's exactly why I always tell folks to be cautious about DIY roof repairs after storms. Last summer, a homeowner thought he could patch a few shingles himself - ended up discovering water damage down to the decking. S...