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RE: Did you know shingles get layered like fish scales?

I’ve put down both, and honestly, synthetics are a mixed bag. They’re lighter and don’t tear as easy when you’re crawling around, which is nice. But s...

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

Those inspection PDFs are getting wild, right? I’ll admit, I still trust my own eyes more than a drone or some fancy heat map, but I get why folks lik...

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RE: Did you know Tamko started out making roofing in a chicken coop?

That’s the thing with these “humble beginnings” stories—makes for good marketing, but it doesn’t always translate to consistent quality down the line....

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RE: Roofing that stands up to wild weather—anyone tried this?

Green roofs look great, but honestly, I’ve seen more issues than wins with them in heavy rain areas. Even with modular trays, if the drainage isn’t di...

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RE: Keeping rust at bay when you're near the ocean

That lines up with what I’ve seen. Stainless is great in theory, but unless you’re shelling out for the higher grades (like 316), it’s not immune to t...

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

Drones definitely have their place, but you're right—they're not a substitute for a thorough hands-on check. If you're going to rely on drone inspecti...

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RE: Roof Dramas: Shingles vs. Metal After Heavy Rain

Fair points on both sides. Metal roofs can definitely hold up, but I've seen plenty of shingle roofs push past 20 years if they're maintained right—go...

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RE: how hot is too hot when welding TPO roofing?

Haha, been there myself...nothing like the look you get when you come home smelling like burnt plastic. But seriously, temp-wise, I'd say start around...

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RE: Commercial Roofs and Fire Safety: TPO vs EPDM

Metal roofs definitely have their perks, but honestly, noise can be an issue if the insulation isn't done right. I've seen buildings where they skimpe...

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RE: How tricky is too tricky when fixing modern gadgets?

Had a similar experience last month with my tablet—tiny charging port busted, and the shop wanted almost as much as a new one to fix it. Ended up watc...

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RE: when do you usually tackle gutter cleaning?

Twice a year is usually fine, but honestly, it depends on your trees and weather. If you've got pine needles or heavy leaf fall, you might need to bum...

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