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tthompson20
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RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
- Cords are my main gripe too. No matter how you hide them, they’re always a little in the way, especially if you’ve got tenants or visitors who aren’t used to the setup. - I’ve seen the same thing with fading - left a s...
RE: Keeping algae off Atlas shingles: My quick hack
- Totally agree, a bit of green just seems inevitable around here. - - yep, especially on north-facing slopes or under big trees. - I’ve used zinc strips too. They help, but honestly, older shingles don’t always let t...
RE: Feeling good about my switch to composite tiles - worth it?
- Price and “low maintenance” always sound good on paper, but I’ve seen enough to know there’s no free ride. Composite definitely beats asphalt for wind and hail - agreed there. I’ve had fewer emergency calls after storm...
RE: Why does every car brand have their own weird shade of red?
- Seen this with building paints too - UV blockers help, but yeah, they can make things look a bit flat over time. - Most tenants here notice fading way before they’d ever complain about a “dull” finish. People want shin...
RE: Roofing near the ocean - did you know salt air eats metal?
Tried to get a green roof approved on a small condo building a few years back - right near the beach. Got pushback from the board, mainly about weight and long-term maintenance. That part’s legit. Engineering report sai...
RE: Figuring out roof support: choosing between rafters and trusses
- 100% agree on truss limits - seen too many folks treat them like a free-for-all attic floor. - - Had a tenant stack old furniture up there once... ended up with cracks in the ceiling below. Not fun to explain. -...