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RE: Clearing roof mess: DIY or hire a pro?

I get wanting peace of mind, but honestly, DIY can be doable if you take your time and use the right safety stuff. I’ve got a low-slope roof, so I jus...

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RE: What I Wish I Knew Before Installing Gutter Guards

That’s exactly what happened at my place last fall. I went for the solid covers thinking they’d be “set it and forget it,” but after a heavy downpour,...

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

I looked into metal roofing last year, but the price tag made me pause—quotes were almost double what I’d pay for asphalt shingles. Ended up patching ...

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RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?

That bit about the weight is something I’m dealing with too—my house is early 70s and the rafters aren’t exactly beefy. I’ve heard composite can be he...

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RE: Why is every roof part named something weird?

Totally get this—when we had a leak last winter, I tried describing the “flashing” to my insurance rep and she just kept asking if it was “the gutter ...

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RE: Did you know Tamko started out making roofing in a chicken coop?

I learned this the hard way last summer. Tried to “upgrade” with a powered attic fan, but my soffit vents were half-blocked by insulation and I didn’t...

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