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RE: Would Malarkey shingles survive a solar-powered zombie apocalypse?
I’ve seen plenty of “leak-proof” solar installs turn into headaches after the first real downpour, so you’re not alone there. Flashing always looks good until it doesn’t. As for Malarkey shingles, I wouldn’t count on the...
RE: Would you worry about lightning if your house had a metal roof?
That’s spot on. I’ve seen jobs where folks thought a vapor barrier was enough, but without solid ventilation, mold crept in anyway - usually around the eaves. The worst was a lake cabin where you could actually smell it ...
RE: Rainwater pooling in the backyard - what actually works?
Honestly, I’ve never seen a rain garden work well in heavy clay unless you’re willing to basically build a pond liner and then fill it with imported soil. The whole “layer gravel and sand” trick? In my experience, it jus...