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RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
That’s been my experience too - metal’s tough, but that sticker shock is real. I’ve heard there are some impact-resistant asphalt shingles now that are supposed to handle hail better, but I’m not sure how well they actua...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
Tried one of those spray-on treatments from the big box store last summer on my 18-year-old asphalt shingles. Honestly, it did help with the moss and black streaks, but I wouldn’t call it a miracle cure. The stuff worked...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
That’s kind of where I’m at - felt’s been around forever and you know what to expect, but all these new “eco” products make me curious. I tried a synthetic underlayment on my main roof after the last storm took out a chu...
RE: Flat roofs and heavy rain: is it a disaster waiting to happen?
That “favorite puddle zone” thing is real. I’ve got a flat roof too, and no matter how much I clear the drains or sweep off debris, there’s always this one low spot that collects water after every big rain. Drives me nut...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
That’s been my experience too. I tried to cut corners on a chicken coop roof once - just slapped paint on bare panels - and it peeled like crazy after one season. Learned my lesson the hard way. Now I spend more time on ...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
Yeah, I hear you on rinsing not being enough. I’m about a mile from the beach and even with regular rinses, my grill and patio table started showing rust after a year. Ended up sanding and using that Rust-Oleum clear ena...
RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing
I’ve tried the tape-style stuff and honestly, it didn’t last through a full winter up here (lots of freeze/thaw). For me, caulk held up better, but I know some folks swear by the tapes. Maybe it depends on how warped the...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually had decent luck patching minor leaks myself - at least for a season or two. Maybe it’s just my roof (low pitch, not too old), but a tube of roof cement and some patience ...
RE: Roofing roulette: whose warranty saves the day?
Roofing roulette: whose warranty saves the day? Man, I hear you on the “wind-driven rain” excuse. It’s like their go-to move when they don’t wanna pay out. I had a similar runaround after a big storm last year - my shin...
RE: Finally got my attic temps under control - here's what worked
Yeah, moisture's definitely something you gotta watch with sedum roofs. When I did mine, I made sure to add a solid waterproof membrane and a drainage mat underneath - wasn't cheap, but totally worth the peace of mind. S...
RE: How tricky is too tricky when fixing modern gadgets?
Haha, I totally feel this. Had a similar battle last weekend trying to open up my kid's toy just to replace a tiny battery. Ended up discovering it needed some obscure triangular screwdriver - like seriously, who even ha...
RE: LOOKING FOR GOOD PLACES TO BUY METAL ROOFING SHEETS
Yeah, totally feel your pain on that one. I went through something similar a few years back when we decided to redo our shed roof. Thought I'd save a few bucks by grabbing sheets from one of those big box places... seeme...
RE: Roof Dramas: Shingles vs. Metal After Heavy Rain
I've had shingles and metal roofs on different houses, and honestly, I'd still lean toward metal despite the noise. Yeah, heavy rain can sound like a marching band sometimes, but adding some decent insulation or underlay...
RE: think my roof's trying to tell me something
I've had gutter guards for about two years now, and honestly, they're pretty decent. Not perfect - still gotta clear off leaves occasionally - but way less often. Beats climbing up there every month, imo.
RE: roof vents and the mysterious midnight drip
Totally agree with this. Just when you think you're set, nature decides otherwise. Had a similar issue - turned out soffit vents were painted over by previous owners. Quick scrape and repaint fixed it...finally slept dri...