tobyfilmmaker
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RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons—Worth The Hassle?

- Metal boots can last, but I’ve seen more than a few where sloppy install led to leaks right at the seams. Even a tiny gap, and water finds its way i...

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RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer

- Synthetic underlayment does make leaks more obvious, but I’ve seen cases where folks miss the early signs anyway—especially if the attic’s not check...

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RE: How long can you wait before that leaky roof becomes a real problem?

- Seen a lot of folks underestimate those “slow” leaks—usually doesn’t end well. - Even minor drips can travel further than you’d expect, especially...

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RE: Just got a roof inspection PDF that's straight outta sci-fi

- Thermal cams are handy but def not magic bullets. - Had one miss some attic leaks completely because insulation masked the temp difference. - Drones...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

- Once a year usually works, but honestly, I've seen gutters that could go two or three years without a problem—depends on the house and surroundings....

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RE: Best ways to insulate a modified bitumen roof?

- Good points here—seen plenty of spray foam nightmares myself during inspections. - Spray foam can hide leaks for a long time, making small issues tu...

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RE: looking for reliable tile roof brands in the US

Yep, ventilation is key—seen plenty of attics roasting despite fancy reflective tiles. Brand-wise, don't get too caught up in marketing hype...focus o...

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RE: Picking the right roof color—my step-by-step approach

Good points, but granules in gutters aren't always a red flag—some shedding is normal, especially with newer shingles. I'd say check regularly, but do...

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RE: gutters turned waterfall—anyone else dealing with this?

Had a similar issue last year—kept putting it off until a heavy storm turned my side yard into a swamp. Learned my lesson the hard way. A few things I...

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