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RE: Swapping Out Roof Vent Boots With The Seasons - Worth The Hassle?
I’ve seen vent boots last a decade or more with just routine checks, but I’ve also seen them fail fast after a rough winter. Midwest freeze-thaw cycles are brutal. Personally, I don’t swap them seasonally - just keep an ...
RE: Finally Got My Attic to Stop Sweating - Soffit Vents Did the Trick
Metal vent covers are better than nothing, but in my experience, the cheaper ones just slow raccoons down. If you go this route, get heavy-gauge steel and make sure they’re anchored into framing, not just the siding - ot...
RE: When hail meets metal: a suburban legend
I’ve swapped out both neoprene and EPDM washers over the years, and honestly, I haven’t noticed much difference in noise from the washer or screw itself. Most of the “pinging” complaints I’ve gotten seem to come down to ...
RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter - are you checking yours?
Wind turbines on the roof can help with ventilation, but honestly, in heavy snow areas, their effectiveness drops off. Ice dams and blocked vents are bigger issues up here - sometimes those turbines just end up frozen sh...
RE: Eye and hand protection: disposable vs. reusable gear?
That about sums it up. I’ve tried just about every glove out there, from nitrile to those so-called “eco” latex ones. The bamboo/latex blend was a letdown - felt good for a week, then the smell and weird stiffness kicked...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons: full roof removal vs. just adding a new layer
I hear this story a lot, and honestly, it’s why I’m always a bit wary when folks ask about just adding another layer. On paper, it sounds like a quick fix - less mess, less labor, and you’re not hauling a ton of old shin...
RE: What would you do if your flat roof kept leaking but you couldn’t find the source?
That's spot on. In my experience, leaks almost never show up where the actual breach is - especially with flat roofs. I’ve seen water enter at a cracked skylight curb and end up dripping out of a light fixture two rooms ...
RE: Roof upkeep through the seasons - did you see this?
Overlapping at valleys without sealing is a pretty common shortcut, but honestly, I’m not convinced taping is always the answer either. Synthetic underlayments are supposed to shed water, but in my experience, if you’re ...