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michelleguitarist
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RE: WHEN DOES A "QUICK FIX" TURN INTO A WEEKEND PROJECT?
I thought I could get away with just re-caulking around my tub last fall - looked fine for a while, but then I noticed the paint bubbling on the wall behind it. Ended up tearing out drywall and replacing insulation. Less...
RE: Thinking about replacing my roof - are shingles really worth it?
I get the appeal of composite shingles, but honestly, I went with standing seam metal and haven’t regretted it (even with the noise). The durability during hail is worth it in my book - my neighbor’s asphalt roof needed ...
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
I’m in the same boat here in Oklahoma - those black rubber boots just don’t hold up with the heat swings. Mine started cracking at about 8 years, and I only noticed when I got a leak right above the bathroom. I tried one...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
Yeah, I totally get where you’re coming from. We had a hailstorm last year and our old asphalt shingles got trashed. Insurance only wanted to pay for basic replacements, even though we were hoping to upgrade to architect...