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summitgadgeteer
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RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
Had a similar experience myself after Hurricane Irene - thought I had a major leak thanks to my amateur thermal imaging skills. Turned out it was just lousy insulation. Saved me a ton once I figured it out, but lesson le...
RE: Picking the right roof color - my step-by-step approach
My folks had a similar issue after they replaced their roof with dark shingles. First winter, bam - ice dams everywhere. They tried those reflective coatings you're mentioning, and honestly, it didn't do much for the ice...
RE: Hypothetical scenario: your roofer suggests a contractor network you've never heard of
Couldn't agree more about workmanship. Reminds me of when I replaced my deck - went with a contractor recommended by the lumber yard, thinking they'd be solid. The wood was top-notch, but the crew rushed through it and s...
RE: telling apart fresh leaks from old ones is driving me nuts
Oh man, don't get me started on whites. Went through about ten samples once, convinced each one was "the one," only to realize they all looked identical once dry. As for the beige saga, finally found one we could live wi...
RE: Roof shingles coming loose - am I nailing wrong?
Yeah, been there myself. First time I did my roof, I just eyeballed it and figured "close enough." Couple years later, shingles were flapping around after every storm. Proper nail placement really does matter, especially...