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RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
That’s kind of what I’m hoping for - less sludge, less time on the ladder. I just moved in last fall and already had to clear out a gross mess twice before winter. We’ve got two big maples right over the house, so it’s b...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
I hear you on the weather - mine started looking rough after just two winters. I went with architectural shingles thinking they’d last longer, but honestly, I’m not convinced they’re that much better in our climate. Mayb...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
That “today only” sales tactic drives me nuts too. I get that prices can change, but unless you’re in the middle of a hurricane or something, it just feels like pressure. I had a guy come out to quote my roof last month...
RE: Finally got my attic temps under control - here's what worked
Yeah, sealing made a huge difference for me. I went around with a can of spray foam and some weatherstripping before adding batts. Didn’t realize how much air was sneaking in until I actually checked. Cellulose seemed me...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
I tried a bunch of those “miracle” sprays and coatings when we first moved in, but honestly, they just made things gunky and didn’t stop the rust for long. Weekly rinsing has been way less hassle. Stainless is great, but...
RE: Finally got my attic temps under control - here's what worked
I've been on the fence about a metal roof too - mostly because of the upfront cost. But after dealing with a couple storms that had me pacing around at 2 a.m., I'm starting to think peace of mind might be worth it. Did y...