marym64
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RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery

Green roofs are interesting—I've seen them help with runoff, but I’ve also run into issues where the added weight and moisture can mess with older str...

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RE: Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?

That vent cap design really does seem like an afterthought sometimes. I’ve seen a lot of new builds where the venting gets routed up to the roof just ...

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RE: If underlayments had a race: which one would cross the finish line last?

That’s the classic peel-and-stick headache right there. It’s a beast to remove, especially after a few years baking in the sun. Around chimneys and va...

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RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters—worth the hype or waste of cash?

I see this a lot, especially in areas with heavy pine coverage. Micro-mesh guards do a decent job with bigger leaves, but pine needles are a different...

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RE: Did you know Tamko started out making roofing in a chicken coop?

Did you notice any difference in noise with the cool shingles? I’ve had a couple clients mention that hail or heavy rain sounds different depending on...

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RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic—Malarkey worth it?

Ever checked your attic temp on a hot day? I’ve seen folks swap to “cool” shingles and still hit 130+ up there because the vents were choked with insu...

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RE: Hypothetical scenario: your roofer suggests a contractor network you've never heard of

Yeah, seen that plenty of times myself. Curious though—did the smaller contractors suggest any specific materials or methods that surprised you? Alway...

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RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?

I've noticed the same thing about Carlisle membranes—they seem to have a wider sweet spot for heat settings. Ever tried welding on a cloudy day versus...

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RE: Roofing roulette: whose warranty saves the day?

Most warranties I've dealt with typically cover workmanship or materials on the roof itself, but secondary damage like drywall or insulation usually f...

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