That’s pretty much where I landed too. My place is a ‘68 ranch with a shallow pitch, and I’ve tried just about everything short of tearing off the who...
That’s spot on about the attic floor. I learned that the hard way—spent a chunk on fancy underlayment and foam, but skipped sealing up some old light ...
Yeah, losing a big tree really does a number on the house temp. When our old oak came down, I noticed the AC was running way more, and the bill defini...
I swear, some inspectors see a little dust or sun-fading and suddenly think everything’s from the 1800s. Had one try to tell me my replacement windows...
I get where you’re coming from. I’ve never trusted sealant to do anything but buy me a little time, and even then it’s iffy. We had a patch job done w...
That’s been my experience too. I’ve tried a couple of those “grip” synthetics, including the blue label one, and they’re definitely better than the ol...
Yeah, agreed. I'd rather know upfront if the quote might shift. Curious though, what's a reasonable timeframe to lock in a quote these days—two weeks,...
I've honestly never had much luck getting discounts after delivery, especially if it's just minor cosmetic stuff. Most suppliers I've dealt with tend ...
I've never measured exact surface temps, but from experience, airflow does help a bit—just not as much as shade. Last summer, I had to weld some TPO o...
I've noticed this too, especially in newer homes. When we bought our place a couple of years ago, the builder kept emphasizing how airtight and energy...
I've done something similar—sanded down some minor corrosion spots and sealed it up. Held fine for years. But yeah, once it's bent or really eaten awa...
You're definitely onto something with the skepticism about these synthetic underlayments. I've been through a similar experience myself—went with a mi...
Yeah, learned that one firsthand when my brother-in-law decided to "save money" and DIY his garage roof last spring. It wasn't even that windy, just a...
Marine grease sounds messy and pricey... I've had decent luck just dipping screws in regular petroleum jelly before driving them in. Cheap, easy, and ...