snorkeler63
@snorkeler63
Active Member
Joined:
Topics: 0 / Replies: 10
Reply
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood

Is there actually a vent cover out there that keeps embers out but doesn’t clog up with dust and spiderwebs every month? I’ve tried a couple on some r...

Reply
RE: When sparks fly: imagining a wildfire-proof neighborhood

Has anyone actually had luck negotiating with insurance about “unusual” roofs? I keep hearing horror stories, but I’ve also seen a few complexes in ou...

Reply
RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons—Worth The Hassle?

I keep wondering if the hassle is really about the boots or just the materials we’re using. I’ve had rubber ones on a couple properties, and yeah, the...

Reply
RE: Flat roofs and heavy rain: is it a disaster waiting to happen?

I’m curious—has anyone else noticed that even with regular gutter cleaning, pitched roofs can still get those weird leaks around chimneys or valleys? ...

Reply
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic—Malarkey worth it?

I get what you’re saying about ventilation being the real game-changer, but does shingle color really not matter at all? I’ve managed a few buildings ...

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

That's a fair point about convenience, especially with mold and water damage—waiting around can definitely make things worse. But I'm curious, has any...

Reply
RE: Roof Dramas: Shingles vs. Metal After Heavy Rain

That's an interesting point about metal roofs masking leaks longer. I've seen similar things happen—water traveling far from the actual leak spot befo...

Reply
RE: how long should we honor price quotes?

We usually stick to around 60 days for smaller stuff, but honestly, even that can feel tight sometimes. Like you said, permits alone can drag on forev...

Reply
RE: Best ways to insulate a modified bitumen roof?

Had a similar dilemma myself—ended up choosing rigid foam mainly for the repair factor. But now I'm curious, did you notice any significant difference...

Reply
RE: Found a mysterious metal roof sample... now what?

Hardware cloth sounds like a solid alternative, but I'm wondering—how long has yours held up so far? I've seen squirrels chew through some surprisingl...

Scroll to Top