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RE: Anyone else tried those mushroom-style roof vents on sheds?
Mixing ridge and mushroom vents can actually mess up the airflow, like you noticed. Air just finds the path of least resistance and skips the intake altogether. I’ve seen a lot of sheds with that stale smell - usually me...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
That’s pretty much what I’ve seen too. Metal roofs are a big investment up front, but the long-term savings and peace of mind are hard to beat. Insurance companies really do factor in the lower risk of fire and storm dam...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
I get where you’re coming from, but I think the “sweet spot” isn’t as much trial and error as people make it out to be. There are formulas for vent area based on attic size, and if you stick to those (and use hurricane-r...
RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?
That fish scale look is cool from a distance, but yeah, when you start seeing uneven patches or shiny spots, it’s usually not a good sign. I’ve noticed on some older roofs, especially after a big storm, you’ll get those ...
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood
That checklist idea is solid. I’ve noticed a lot of folks focus on the big-ticket stuff, but it’s usually the debris in gutters or around vents that ends up being the real problem, especially after a storm. I do a walkar...
RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery
Mesh guards are decent, but yeah - big leaves and shingle grit still sneak through. I’ve seen folks try those bottle-brush style inserts too, but they just end up catching everything and turning into a soggy mess. Honest...
RE: ROOF SURVIVED HURRICANE, BUT WAS IT JUST LUCK?
INSTALL QUALITY VS. MATERIALS - WHAT REALLY MATTERS? Honestly, I’ve seen the same thing - older roofs with basic felt holding up just fine, while newer ones with all the “upgrades” get trashed in a storm. From what I’ve...