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RE: Finally Got My Attic to Stop Sweating - Soffit Vents Did the Trick
- I actually did a combo last year - rigid baffles where the rafters were straight, flex in the tight corners. - No issues so far, but I did notice the flex ones sagged a bit after a hot summer. Not a dealbreaker, just s...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
- Had similar issues with mesh guards - That’s been my experience too, especially with all the pine needles around here. - Tried the reverse curve covers a couple years back. They did keep most big stuff out, but honest...
RE: Did you know synthetic slate can actually be lighter than real stone?
- Totally agree, ventilation is key. Seen too many people focus on insulation and forget airflow. - Been there - my attic hit 130°F last summer. Ended up adding ridge vents and it made a huge difference. - Synthetic sla...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
- Totally agree with this: I put them on my shed as a test, and after two years under dense maple trees, they still picked up some green streaks. Not as bad as the old 3-tabs, but definitely not spotless. - Copper stri...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
- My house has a steep main roof (maybe 9/12?) and a flatter back addition. The boots on the steep part have lasted at least 8 years - still look decent. - The low-slope section is a pain though. Boots there start crac...
RE: How do you keep your gutters from turning into leaf soup?
- Stainless micro-mesh is definitely a step up from the cheap stuff. I went through two sets of plastic guards before realizing they just can’t handle Midwest summers and winters - warped like crazy. - Leaf blower trick ...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
- Totally agree on synthetic underlayment. I switched last year - huge difference in how it holds up to our muggy summers here. - “Add a layer” sounds good on paper, but if you’ve got any rot or soft spots underneath, ...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
- Totally get the frustration with chasing shingles - been there after a couple of storms myself. - Metal is definitely louder in heavy rain, but I’ve heard if you’ve got decent attic insulation, it cuts down the noise...
RE: When the inspector thinks your house is older than it is
- Been there. Had an inspector call my 2017 HVAC “vintage” because the label was a little faded. - Same. I even put everything in a binder, but they barely glance at it. - Honestly, some of them just go by looks. If som...