richardl54
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RE: Thinking about replacing my roof—are shingles really worth it?

If you’re tired of the “hail marbles” soundtrack, I get it—shingles in Texas just don’t hold up long. Here’s the deal: if you go metal, make sure your...

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RE: Why is every roof part named something weird?

Honestly, you’re not alone—half the folks I meet mix up soffit and fascia, and I’ve been on jobs where even the blueprints get it wrong. The way I rem...

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RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean

WD-40 works in a pinch, but it’s really more of a water displacer than a long-term protectant. I’ve seen folks use it and still get rust creeping in a...

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RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather—anyone tried this?

Drainage is everything with green roofs, especially up north. I’ve seen setups in Minnesota where they used extra-wide drainage mats and made sure the...

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

If the TPO’s getting tacky by mid-morning, that’s a red flag. Once the surface temp pushes past 120°F, you’re in the danger zone for welding—especiall...

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RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof

Painter's tape is a solid tip, especially if you're new to metal edging. But honestly, once you've done it a few times, you'll probably ditch marking ...

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

Cordless nailers have their place, but I'd steer clear for roofing. They're handy for quick repairs or smaller projects, but on a full roof, you'll bu...

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RE: think my roof's trying to tell me something

Gotta mildly disagree here—drainage isn't just "kinda essential," it's absolutely critical. DIY green roofs can work, but you need a solid drainage la...

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