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RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter - are you checking yours?
I used to just use my phone flashlight, but after missing a small drip last year, I picked up a cheap LED headlamp - makes a huge difference when you’re crawling around and need both hands. For moisture, I run my hand al...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
Drainage is definitely the part that sneaks up on people. I learned the hard way - first big storm after my install, I found out a couple of my drain outlets were half-blocked by old leaves and some stray soil. Now I jus...
RE: Little-known uses for that hammer loop on your belt
I get what you’re saying about the stitching - those loops really aren’t made for much weight. I’ve actually reinforced mine with a few hand stitches and some heavy-duty thread, which helped a bit, but I still wouldn’t t...
RE: Would you worry about lightning if your house had a metal roof?
I get the logic behind metal roofs being “safer” if grounded, but honestly, I’d still be a bit wary. My neighbor’s house got hit by lightning last summer - metal roof, fully grounded, and it still fried their garage door...
RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
Couldn’t agree more on the drainage part. I tried to shortcut that once with a small shed roof - just figured a few inches of soil wouldn’t matter. Ended up with soggy insulation and a minor leak after the first big rain...