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RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
That’s exactly my hang-up too. I looked at the numbers last year - between the upfront install, electric panel upgrade, and the ongoing power draw, it just didn’t add up for me. Plus, if the power’s out, you’re back to s...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
Letting the leaves pile up is brutal, I’ve been there too - thought I’d save myself some work in the fall and paid for it big time come spring. My place has a low slope, so even with the wider strips, I still get algae u...
RE: Choosing between attic fan setups: roof or gable mount?
Couldn’t agree more. I chased the “more airflow” idea for a while - added a gable fan, but all it did was spike my electric bill and actually made the upstairs warmer in summer. Once I focused on sealing up the attic flo...
RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?
I get the temptation to just do it yourself, especially when you look at the price tag for pros. I’ve done my own cleanup a couple times (asphalt shingles, moderate pitch), and honestly, it was fine until I hit a patch o...
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