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RE: QUICK FIX FOR ROOF LEAKS: DOES A TARP REALLY HOLD UP?
That lines up with what happened at my place. I tried doubling up tarps and using furring strips across the rafters after a hailstorm punched holes in the shingles. It held for about 48 hours, then the wind shifted and w...
RE: How I dodged a payday loan disaster
That’s pretty much how I handle it now too. I used to keep everything in a file cabinet, but when I actually needed my HVAC warranty, I couldn’t find the right paper anyway. The digital version worked fine - no pushback ...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
Couldn’t agree more. I learned the hard way after paying for a “top-up” that ended up blocking half my soffit vents. Had to pull some of it back myself. It’s not always about adding more - sometimes it’s just making sure...
RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery
Micro-mesh screens are a bit of a mixed bag, at least in my experience. I put them on the back gutters where the pine trees are closest, thinking they’d be the magic bullet. They do keep out most of the needles, but you ...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
I looked into synthetic shingles last year when I had to patch a section, but the price was a dealbreaker for me. They’re supposed to handle UV better, but I’ve seen some reviews saying they can still warp or fade over t...