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RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
That’s been my experience too - on a single-story with a gentle pitch, swapping boots isn’t nearly as awful as folks make it sound. I do wonder about the pricier options though. I’ve seen some of those “lifetime” boots c...
RE: How often do you actually get your business roof checked?
I get what you’re saying, but do you think regular checks after every storm are really necessary? I’ve seen roofs that looked fine after a rough winter, then a tiny leak pops up months later. How often do you actually fi...
RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
That’s pretty much my experience too. Leather gloves always seem to last a lot longer, especially when you’re shoving shingles or moving around old flashing. But do you ever find they get slick if you’re working in the r...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
Finding that sweet spot between quality and cost is honestly one of the trickiest parts of roofing. I see a lot of folks try to patch things up with whatever’s on hand, but like you said, sometimes you just end up doubli...