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RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
I get where you’re coming from, but isn’t there a case to be made for keeping existing flashing if it’s in good shape and matches the new waterproofing details? I’ve seen a couple of projects where the old flashing was l...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
Can totally relate to the sticker shock. Did you go standing seam or exposed fastener? I’ve heard folks grumble about the maintenance on exposed fastener panels, but then again, asphalt always seemed like a patch job wai...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
That’s something I’ve heard a lot, especially with metal roofs. It’s weird because the stats show they hold up way better in storms, but most insurers still seem to treat them like any other roof. Did you have to provide...
RE: Is that metal strip on the edge of my roof actually necessary?
Not sure I totally agree that drip edge is always a must if you’ve got gutters, at least in every situation. I mean, yeah, it’s definitely best practice and code in a lot of places now, but I’ve seen plenty of older hous...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
That’s interesting about the green roof - never actually seen one in person up here, but I’ve read they’re supposed to be really good for insulation. I’m curious, did you have to reinforce your roof structure for the ext...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
I’m curious - what kind of caulk did you end up using? I’ve noticed some brands just don’t stick well to metal, no matter how clean you get it. And yeah, those “miracle” sprays… ever seen one actually last through a full...
RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses
I get the caution, but is a shed always the safer bet? I mean, if you’ve got those classic 2x6 or 2x8 joists in the attic - even with rafters - it might actually hold light stuff like holiday decorations or old clothes. ...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
That’s a fair point about metal roofs - people always talk about how tough they are, but nobody mentions the cosmetic stuff. I’ve seen hail leave some pretty wild dents, and insurance just shrugs if there’s no leak. Do y...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
Totally agree. I’ve seen thermal scans pick up stuff that turned out to just be a vent pipe warming up the shingles. But then again, once we found a spot over a bathroom - scan said “hot,” and sure enough, rotten decking...
RE: IS YOUR ROOF TRYING TO TELL YOU SOMETHING?
Have you tried combining green roofs with metal flashing around common entry points? Squirrels hate slippery surfaces... might deter them better than greenery alone. Curious if anyone's had luck with that combo.