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RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks—thoughts?

Had a job last summer where the homeowner insisted on torch-down because that’s what his dad used on the place in the 80s. We spent half the prep time...

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RE: Which holds up better over time: felt or synthetic underlayment?

I’ve definitely noticed some brands are a little less stubborn than others, but once that Texas sun’s had its way, it’s mostly a lost cause. Had a job...

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RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?

Funny thing, I’ve seen more than a few folks swap to composite thinking it’d be a one-and-done deal, only to call me back five or six years later abou...

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RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine

I know what you mean about sealed handles getting slick. I had this old Estwing hammer—handle was so polished from years of sweat and rain, it felt li...

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RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons—did you see this?

I get the logic behind checking the attic after rain, but honestly, I’ve seen folks rely too much on that and miss issues that only show up during win...

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RE: Flat roofs and heavy rain: is it a disaster waiting to happen?

That’s the truth—seen too many folks wait until a little patch turns into a full-blown leak. You’re on the right track checking drains and watching fo...

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RE: Solar attic fan install was supposed to be easy... right?

That’s the thing with 3-tab—never quite as forgiving as architectural shingles when you’re trying to tuck in new flashing. I’ve seen caulk fail more t...

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RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi

Yeah, drones are handy, but they're definitely not foolproof. Last summer, I had a client who showed me a drone inspection report—looked super high-te...

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RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather—anyone tried this?

Did a similar project a couple years back—synthetic underlayment, ridge vent, soffits, the whole nine yards. Thought I'd nailed it too, until winter r...

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RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?

Plywood covers can be a lifesaver, honestly. Back when Hurricane Irma rolled through, my neighbor had fancy shutters installed, and I just slapped up ...

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RE: Found a mysterious metal roof sample... now what?

Testing samples first is definitely the way to go. A couple of years back, I had a homeowner who jumped straight into installing a metal roof without ...

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