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

That’s the thing with torch-down—one slip and you’re not just patching a leak, you’re calling the fire department. I’ve seen a crew torch right throug...

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RE: Update Roof Ventilation ?

That’s spot on about bathroom fans—saw a neighbor’s attic turn into a rainforest after a few years of that. I’d add, even with good baffles, if you’ve...

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RE: Avoiding Commercial Project Underbids

Had a kind of similar thing happen with a new roof install a few years back. We went with a mid-range bid—wasn’t the cheapest, definitely not the most...

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

I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually seen the opposite problem—folks jumping to conclusions about what’s growing up there without enough ...

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RE: Roofing roulette: whose warranty saves the day?

Green roofs are great, but honestly, they're not always practical for every home. Had a client once whose roof pitch and structural support just could...

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RE: roof vents and the mysterious midnight drip

Exactly. Had a client once who kept patching leaks around his vents with sealant every rainy season. Worked fine... until it didn't. By the time he ca...

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

Had a similar experience here—thought I had it all covered with insurance until a big hailstorm hit a few years back. Roof took a beating, and I assum...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

I've tried gutter guards too, and they're definitely helpful, but like you said—not foolproof. One thing I've noticed is that pine needles are a night...

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RE: can OC vents work with my existing attic setup?

Had a similar issue myself. Thought my attic ventilation was solid until I climbed up there one summer afternoon and found insulation stuffed right up...

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