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RE: ANYONE ELSE NOTICE CHANGES IN SHINGLE BUNDLES LATELY?
I’ve been wondering the same thing about whether they’re just making them thinner to save money. The last batch we used felt almost flimsy compared to what I remember from a couple years back. I get that lighter bundles ...
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood
Mixing vent types always seemed like a patchwork fix to me, too. I’ve seen folks try it and end up with mold in weird corners or ice dams where there never used to be any. About those intumescent covers - aren’t they sti...
RE: Would You Pick Clay Tiles for Your Roof or Something Else?
I get where you’re coming from, but do we really? I’ve seen clay tiles last forever on one house and crack like potato chips on another just a few blocks away. Maybe it’s install quality, maybe it’s microclimate, but it ...
RE: Lowered my insurance bill after a roof inspection - anyone else surprised?
That’s interesting - do you think the peace of mind is really worth the upfront cost, though? I mean, $150 off is nice, but if you’re dropping several grand on a new roof, it feels like a drop in the bucket. I’ve heard s...
RE: if you had to redo your roof tomorrow, what material would you pick?
That’s exactly what I’m worried about. I’ve seen a few jobs where folks skipped taping the seams and ended up with soggy insulation or even a bit of mold. I get why people like metal, but honestly, the underlayment part ...
RE: What would you do if your flat roof kept leaking but you couldn’t find the source?
I get where you’re coming from - sometimes all that fancy gear just complicates things. I’ve only used the basic pin-type moisture meters, and even those can be hit or miss if there’s insulation in the way. Haven’t tried...
RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?
Best Ways To Protect Home From Extreme Weather Combo? I get where you’re coming from about the caulk. I’ve watched my uncle go through tubes of the stuff every spring, thinking it’ll keep the water out, but it’s just a ...
RE: Thinking about installing leaf filters - worth the hype or waste of cash?
That “no ladder ever again” line always makes me raise an eyebrow too. I mean, even with the best covers, stuff still finds a way in - especially if you’ve got a bunch of trees nearby. I’ve seen micro-mesh do a decent jo...
RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?
Yeah, I get what you mean about the little stuff. But do you really think checking after every storm is necessary? I mean, I get paranoid about missing things too, but sometimes I wonder if I’m just overthinking it. How ...
RE: Solar attic fan install was supposed to be easy... right?
Interesting - six years with almost no trouble is honestly better than I’d expect, especially in the Midwest where the freeze/thaw cycles can mess with roof stuff. I’m curious, did you notice any difference in attic temp...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
Interesting points, but is aluminum really worth the extra cost in every coastal situation? Worked on a job last summer where the homeowner insisted on aluminum panels. Sure, they held up great against corrosion, but we ...
RE: Best ways to protect home from extreme weather combo?
Fair point, but does reinforcing the garage door alone really make that big a difference overall? I'd think windows or roof anchoring would be just as critical...maybe more so depending on the house design. Did your budd...
RE: Paying in chunks as you go - smart move or risky business?
I see your point about chunk payments being a built-in checkpoint, but honestly, I'm not totally convinced it's always the best approach. Sure, it can give you leverage if something goes wrong, but doesn't it also create...
RE: Is It Just Me or Do Underlayments Never Last as Long as Promised?
Fair point, but isn't it possible we're putting too much faith in ventilation and insulation alone? I've seen roofs with textbook-perfect venting setups still struggle with premature underlayment failure. Maybe installat...
RE: Roofing roulette: whose warranty saves the day?
Yeah, warranties can be tricky... I've wondered myself what exactly makes someone an "approved installer." Is it just a certification, or is there more to it? Seems like companies sometimes use vague terms as loopholes. ...