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RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
I’ve seen those foam gutter inserts get pretty gross after a year or two, especially if you’ve got a lot of trees nearby. They’re cheap up front but don’t last long - ended up pulling them out and going back to just clea...
RE: Quick fixes for sudden roof leaks - what actually works?
I’ve had similar luck with spray-on stuff - it’s never held up through a full winter on any of my buildings. Tape’s messy but at least it buys you time. Has anyone tried those roof patch putties or mastics in cold weathe...
RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean
That’s pretty much been my experience too - once the salt gets in, it’s just a matter of time before you’re dealing with seized-up hardware. I’ve tried a few different coatings and even some “marine grade” paints, but ho...
RE: Solar attic fan install was supposed to be easy... right?
Butyl tape’s a game changer, honestly. I’ve had mixed luck with caulk too - especially on south-facing slopes where the sun just cooks everything. Did you notice any issues with the shingles laying flat again after you l...
RE: Finally tackled that metal edging thing on my roof
That’s been my experience too - no single method catches everything. I’ve had leaks show up months after a “clean” visual check, and the meter was the only thing that tipped me off. Midwest weather is brutal on roofs, es...
RE: Finally got my attic temps under control - here's what worked
That visual made me laugh - raccoons really are little engineers when they want in. I’ve seen them undo bungee cords and even try to slide open a window once. The hardware cloth with fender washers is a solid move, proba...
RE: how much does fixing up after a big storm usually set you back?
Had something similar happen last spring after a pretty rough storm. We were convinced the gutters were overflowing because of debris or poor drainage, but after hours of cleaning and checking, turns out it was just a ti...
RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?
Yeah, that's spot on. Last summer, we had a roofing crew working on one of our buildings during a heatwave - temps were easily pushing mid-90s. I stopped by to check progress, and the guys looked miserable. They were try...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
I've noticed the same thing about stainless steel - holds up pretty well overall, but not totally immune to salt air. We had some installed a few years back, and it's mostly fine except around the screws and edges where ...