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RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
Those stains are definitely a red flag, especially after a Midwest winter. I’ve seen too many jobs where a second layer just hid bigger problems - rot, mold, you name it. Synthetic underlayment’s a good call, though. It ...
RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi
I’m right there with you on treating these scans as a starting point, not the final word. The tech’s impressive, but it’s still got a ways to go before I’d trust it for diagnosing minor leaks, especially on pitched shing...
RE: Getting attic airflow right: my step-by-step for better roof health
I’ve actually installed a few of those plastic vent baffles with the built-in screens, mostly on newer builds where the budget was tight. They’re quick to put in, but honestly, I’ve seen them get brittle and crack after ...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
Interesting you brought up snow loads - I’ve only worked with green roofs in milder climates, but I’d be worried about saturated soil plus a heavy snowpack. Has anyone actually run into structural sagging or ice damming ...