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nateroberts135
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RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
- "No such thing as 'set it and forget it' when it comes to roofs." - couldn't agree more. Maintenance free is just marketing, in my experience. - Composite tiles hold up better than asphalt against hail for sure, but I'...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
- Always surprises under old flashing - once found a bird’s nest built out of insulation scraps. Never a dull moment, for sure. - I’ve lost count of how many nails just vanish into thin air. Magnet on a stick helps, but ...
RE: Quick fixes for sudden roof leaks - what actually works?
- Yeah, liquid rubber just doesn’t hold up in real heat - seen it fail on a few properties, especially south-facing roofs. - Roofing cement with mesh is ugly, but honestly, it’s the only thing that’s stuck for me durin...
RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery
- Foam inserts...yeah, had a run-in with those on a couple properties. Looked good in the catalog, but after the first rainstorm? Total swamp. - Mold city. One tenant called it “gutter lasagna” - layers of leaves and g...
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?
- Totally agree with this: - In my experience, clarity up front saves everyone headaches. I’ve had vendors try to stretch out quotes, then come back a week later saying “oh, prices went up.” That’s way worse than just...