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RE: Nailing Down Roof Age: Finally Got My Policy Approved After a Headache

I always wonder if video walkthroughs help too, or if insurers just want still photos. I’ve got a folder full of before/after shots, but sometimes I f...

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RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?

I totally get that. After our last big storm, I did the usual attic check and ran a moisture meter along the ceiling, but I still kept wondering if I ...

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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?

Matching shingles is a nightmare, yeah. I tried to fix a patch last fall and even the “same” color from the same brand looked off—guess ten years of s...

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RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses

I tried adding a green roof to my shed last year—thought I could just layer on some soil trays and call it good. Turns out, even with lightweight tray...

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RE: Finally got my attic temps under control—here's what worked

I totally get that lingering worry after storms—been there myself. Sounds like the metal roof was a game changer for you. I've been debating going met...

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RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts—what's your experience?

I totally get your point about brands being important, especially after your rough experience with the roof. But I'm still curious—have you looked int...

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RE: Finally got my attic temps under control—here's what worked

Had a similar issue when I insulated mine—thought spray foam would solve everything but ended up with condensation dripping everywhere. Curious, did y...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

I learned that lesson the hard way too. Thought I was good after my usual fall cleaning, but one windy weekend dumped a ton of leaves from my neighbor...

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RE: finally found a roofing company that didn't rip me off

I've actually experimented with reflective roof coatings on a smaller outbuilding in my backyard. The process was pretty straightforward: clean the ro...

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RE: Picking the right roof color—my step-by-step approach

Haha, yep, been there myself. Thought I'd picked a nice neutral gray shingle, but come evening it took on this weird greenish tint next to my beige si...

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RE: insurance fine print strikes again—what would you do?

I've always wondered about that "maintenance neglect" thing—like, how exactly do they even define it? Seems like a pretty convenient loophole for them...

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