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kevin_hill
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RE: Is a white roof really worth it or just hype?
That’s a good point about roof pitch and attic ventilation making a difference. I’ve seen similar results - white membranes or coatings can help, but the impact really depends on the whole setup. Sometimes folks expect a...
RE: Nailing Down Roof Age: Finally Got My Policy Approved After a Headache
That’s a good point about hidden damage. I’ve seen a lot of adjusters just focus on the obvious stuff - missing shingles, dents in the metal, maybe a cracked vent if it’s really clear. Granule loss often gets overlooked ...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
That’s the truth - seen squirrels chew right through aluminum drip edge more than once. Had a job last fall where a customer tried hardware cloth over vent openings, but the little guys just found a weak spot near the ri...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
I’ve seen a lot of roofs hold up in hurricanes, and honestly, it’s rarely just luck. The ones that make it usually have solid flashing details and a good underlayment system - like you mentioned, layering up makes a diff...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
That 304 vs 316 difference really is a game changer, especially for anything exposed to salt air. I’ve seen plenty of “stainless” fasteners on roofs near the coast turn into rust magnets in just a couple years. Had a cli...