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RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks—thoughts?

I get what you’re saying about torch-down lasting longer than the peel-and-stick stuff. I’ve seen that too—my neighbor’s garage roof is torch-down and...

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RE: When the leaves fight back: a suburban drain mystery

I hear you on the moss. I let a patch go wild behind my garage, thinking it’d be less hassle, but after a couple storms, it turned into a mini swamp. ...

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

I’m in the same boat—my place is only six years old, but I’ve already had to patch a few spots after last spring’s windstorm. Didn’t expect to deal wi...

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RE: Would tile roofs survive a harsh winter up north?

I’ve been wondering about this too, since I’m looking at houses upstate and a couple have tile roofs. Honestly, the look is awesome, but I keep hearin...

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

Yeah, the checkerboard roof thing bugs me too. I get that insurance wants to do the bare minimum, but I just went through this after a hailstorm and h...

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RE: how long should we honor price quotes?

Same here. If the quote’s in writing, I expect it to stick unless something major changes. I had a plumber try to tack on “unexpected labor” after the...

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RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi

I’m right there with you—putting zinc strips on my own roof last fall. North side gets all the moss, and honestly, it’s better but not perfect. Still ...

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RE: finally found an underlayment that lasts—what's your experience?

Haha, been there. First time I tackled my roof, I went synthetic just because it seemed easier to handle solo. Didn't have any issues with tearing or ...

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

I've had sedums on my shed roof for about two years now, and honestly, drainage hasn't been an issue—even during some pretty heavy storms. The key is ...

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