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RE: How should I compare quotes for cleaning a moss-covered asphalt-shingle roof?
I’m less convinced that a follow-up inspection is usually worth paying for on its own. What exactly does the contractor commit to doing during that visit? If it’s only a visual check that the roof looks cleaner, it doesn...
RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
Interesting take on the granule loss and attic heat - I hadn’t really thought about the energy bill angle until you mentioned it. I’ve always wondered if the “bald” spots are more of a cosmetic thing or if they actually ...
RE: Spotting wear and tear on used gear: my quick routine
That’s pretty much where I landed too - plastic tags with Sharpie, and just accept they’ll need refreshing every so often. I did try those aluminum write-on tags once, thinking they’d last longer, but the wire ties ruste...
RE: Which holds up better over time: felt or synthetic underlayment?
That’s interesting - I’ve noticed the same thing with felt getting soggy over time, especially in wet climates. I wonder if some of the issues folks see with synthetics are from using thinner rolls or maybe not fastening...