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lisaw38
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RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
Clearing moss and debris off roofs is one of those jobs where I’ve always weighed the risk against the cost. I’ve got a couple of 1950s bungalows, and I’ve done my share of scrambling around up there. I’ll admit, the fir...
RE: How Often Do You Really Need to Service Your Stuff?
That lines up pretty closely with what I’ve settled on too. I used to check my torch-down roof every month, but after a few years, I realized I was just stressing myself out. Now, unless there’s a windstorm or a bunch of...
RE: if you had to redo your roof tomorrow, what material would you pick?
I get the hesitation with the upfront cost - when I replaced my roof a few years back, metal seemed pricey compared to asphalt. But after dealing with shingle blow-offs every storm season, I’d probably go metal if I had ...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
I’ve had quotes expire on me because I took too long to decide - lesson learned. Now, I always ask up front how long the price is good for, and if I need more time, I just say so. Most folks are reasonable if you’re stra...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
Yeah, thermal imaging can be a real game changer. Regular drone footage is great for spotting obvious stuff like missing shingles or debris buildup, but thermal imaging takes it up a notch. I had one done last year after...