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RE: Navigating local rules for adding a green roof: my step-by-step
- Ran into the same issue last year - codes and inspectors just aren’t keeping up with newer systems. - I get why they’re cautious, but it’s a pain when you’re following the latest manufacturer advice and still have to p...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
- Had a building with composite get hit by hail last spring. Looked rough at first - lots of those weird dents and scuffs. No leaks, though, and honestly, tenants never noticed. I’m still a little skeptical about long-te...
RE: Why does every car brand have their own weird shade of red?
- Had a tenant with a cherry red hatchback - looked sharp at first, but after two summers in the open lot, it was almost pink. - Tried parking under trees, but then you’re dealing with sap and bird mess instead. - Ho...
RE: Solar attic fan install was supposed to be easy... right?
- Universal kits... yeah, I’ve got a collection of “universal” parts that weren’t so universal once the wind picked up. - Step flashing definitely lasts longer, but man, it’s a pain convincing owners to spend a little ...
RE: looking for reliable tile roof brands in the US
- Agree on the engineer check - seen too many folks skip that and regret it later. - - 100%. Color fade is real, especially with sun exposure. I’ve had to patch with “close enough” tiles more than once. - Eagle and Bora...