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RE: If underlayments could talk: which one would outlast the others?
I get the hesitation on using plant-based underlayments for bigger projects. I put down a recycled-fiber one on my garage last year - rainy Oregon coast, so similar climate - and it’s still looking good. That’s the catc...
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 through a deck because someone was distracted by a phone call. Insurance h...
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 got old cellulose insulation drifting over the soffits, it’s easy t...
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 expensive - mostly because the guy answered every single question I...
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 evidence. Had a client swear up and down it was moss, but when we fi...
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 couldn't handle the extra weight... sometimes traditional solutions still w...
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 called me, half the decking was mush. Proper flashing would've saved him...
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 assumed it'd be straightforward. Turns out my policy didn't cover certain...
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 nightmare. They slip right through most guards and build up into these de...
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 against the soffits. Cleared that out, added two OC vents near the pe...