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RE: Which is better for camera rigs: gimbal stabilizers or manual shoulder mounts?
Shoulder rigs are like carrying a bundle of shingles up a ladder - fine for the first few minutes, then your back starts talking. Gimbals are smoother, but I swear mine has a vendetta against doorways and ceiling fans. P...
RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
Honestly, I hear you. Those mats sound like a dream until you see the power meter spinning like a roulette wheel. I’ve seen a few folks around here try them out - usually ends up with half-melted snow and a bigger bill. ...
RE: TOUGHER ROOF OR JUST GOOD ENOUGH? NEED HELP DECIDING
Yeah, those “cosmetic damage” clauses are sneaky - seen a lot of folks blindsided after hail. I’m team synthetic underlayment these days, just for peace of mind. As for noise, shingles are definitely quieter than metal, ...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
Mesh valley inserts are a bit of a mixed bag in my experience. They do help keep out the big stuff - leaves, twigs, the occasional squirrel acorn stash - but you still get that fine grit and shingle granule buildup over ...
RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather - anyone tried this?
Synthetic slate and shake are popping up more in catalogs than on actual roofs, at least around here. I’ve installed a couple synthetic shake jobs for folks who wanted the look without the real wood headaches. They’re li...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
Powder coating’s decent, but honestly, salt air laughs at most coatings after a couple seasons. I’ve seen some fancy gates and railings look great for a year or two, then suddenly you spot that first little bubble... and...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
Can confirm, 304 just doesn’t cut it if you’re anywhere near salt spray. I’ve had customers swear by “stainless” hardware, then call me a couple years later when their roof looks like it’s crying rusty tears. 316 holds u...
RE: Trying to pick a shingle that won’t cook my attic - Malarkey worth it?
You’d be amazed how many folks blame the shingles when it’s really a ventilation or insulation issue cooking their attic. I’ve seen people swap to “cool” shingles and still sweat buckets upstairs. Malarkey’s tough, but y...
RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses
I hear you, but honestly, I’d rather wrestle with a truss maze than deal with a sagging rafter roof after a heavy snow. Trusses might make wiring weird, but they’re solid workhorses - less chance of the roof doing the wa...
RE: is it just me or are roofs wearing out faster these days?
Couldn't agree more. I've seen some roofs that looked like they were installed by someone blindfolded after a few beers... and the homeowner wonders why they're leaking after two years. 😂 But seriously, even dece...
RE: Quick fix or redo: dealing with damaged aluminum flashing
Haha, been there more times than I'd like to admit. Sealant's like the duct tape of roofing - great for a quick fix, but winter always exposes the truth. Glad you went with aluminum flashing in the end; it pays off big-t...