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RE: Anyone else tried those heated driveway mats?
That’s a legit concern. I’ve got a set of brick steps that aren’t exactly uniform, and the mats I tried did stay put once I got them settled, but you have to be careful during setup. The cords are the real headache - if ...
RE: just read about roof issues popping up after winter - are you checking yours?
Couldn’t agree more about the “not glamorous” part - crawling around in insulation with a flashlight is nobody’s idea of fun. But yeah, I’ve seen what happens when you skip it. Last winter, I went up to check on some wir...
RE: Anyone have experience with shingles that hold up against hail?
I went with a full tear-off when I replaced my roof last year. From what I’ve seen, layering new shingles over old ones is just asking for trouble down the line - especially in areas with big hail or high winds. You get ...
RE: Making sure the deck’s ready for underlayment - what’s your process?
I get where you’re coming from about the “extra” steps sometimes being worth it. I used to be in the “just make sure it’s dry and solid” camp, but after dealing with a couple of nasty surprises (one was a soft spot that ...
RE: Torch-down roofs: saw a news piece about fire risks - thoughts?
I get the concern about torch-down and fire risk, especially in places where summers are just relentless. But honestly, I think torch-down gets a bit of a bad rap these days. I’m in Phoenix, so we’re talking 110+ for wee...
RE: Composite Shingles vs. Asphalt: Which Would You Trust Over Your Head?
Had composite put on my last place thinking it’d be tougher, but after one bad hailstorm, I was patching just like with asphalt. Honestly, if your decking’s sketchy or you’ve got poor ventilation, nothing’s gonna hold up...