rayinventor
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RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?

I’ve wondered about those attic fans too. My neighbor swears by his, but I’ve read they can actually suck your AC right out through the attic if you d...

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RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts—what's your experience?

Yeah, I’ve noticed the same thing with “silent” underlayments—didn’t make a dent in rain noise for us either. We switched to synthetic after the old f...

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

That price tag hurts, but you’re right—it’s not out of line for what storms can do, especially around here. Did you have much luck with your insurance...

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

$1,200 for a single leak hurts, but honestly, that’s not far off from what I’ve seen after a bad storm. I totally get what you mean about those quick-...

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RE: Ventilation in new builds—are we overlooking something important?

That’s a good point about the freeze-thaw cycle, especially in colder spots. I’m in the Midwest, and I can tell you—when moisture sneaks into the atti...

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RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?

That's a good way to put it...but have you noticed if weather conditions or humidity levels affect how the seam looks or reacts? I've had days where e...

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RE: ROOFING NIGHTMARE: IF YOU COULD ONLY PICK ONE NAILER...

That's actually a pretty clever idea—never thought of insulating the battery itself. I've had similar frustrations with cordless tools in winter, espe...

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RE: finally found a roofing company that didn't rip me off

Interesting point about the turbines... did you ever try replacing the bearings themselves, or was it just easier to switch over to ridge vents when y...

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RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts—what's your experience?

That's a great point—visual cues can be deceiving. Have you tried adding temporary tarps or covers when delays hit? I've found that even basic protect...

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RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing

Could be prep, yeah, but did you check if the flashing itself had warped or shifted slightly over time? Had something similar happen to me—sealant was...

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