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Need roofing advice - PLEASE!!
Comments (11)Not a roofer, either, but I do have the care of one large house and six two-story barns, all with 150 year-old slates roofs in a very challenging northern climate. I see you're in NY, so I trust you haven't actually torn off your roof, yet. Take a breath, this has been an unusually nasty winter, and while you may wind up removing the roof down to the (or including) sheathing, it may not turn out to be necessary. To begin, please, understand that there are as many Absolute Truths about roof care and maintenance, as there are licensed roofers. (More actually, because there are a lot of unlicensed roofers - and opinionated amateurs, like me- and they/we definitely have their/our own theories, as well!) Can you find out from the previous owners or from examining the water stains or asking neighbors, is this a new problem, or regular winter carnival-type event? (I'm not trying to make a joke at your expense, but ya gotta keep your sense of humor when dealing with roof leaks. I know that from hard experience.) If this is an unusual year, then I wouldn't jump into tearing the roof off, if it is otherwise in good shape. Since you have a modern material (Tamko) your experience may be different from mine. But perhaps it will help you to know that I have no felt, no shield, no drip edge, spotty guttering, no ridge vent or any of the other must-haves you're being offered; some years I have minor problems with ice dams, and most years, I don't. The reason for this is that ice dams are believed to be caused by factors other than the roof and its attendant components. One of those factors is the vagaries of weather, of course. Another is heat escaping up through the house's walls and creating the ice dam, that blocks the water, that then backs up until it finds a likely crevice and becomes a leak. Unless your roof also leaks every time it rains heavily in the summer, then repairs or modifications to the roof are all aimed at treating a symptom (water unable to run down off the roof and finding its way where it ought not be) rather the root cause of the ice dams - the build-up of an ice blob in the winter which blocks the water from running down the roof like it does in the summer. It might be possible to have nearly all the things that are being recommended to you and still have water damage from an ice dam. First of all, how old is your house? What's your roof like - steep, flattish, hip? How many stories? What style is your house? (Can't imagine how wrapping ice shield or drip edge or other flashing around the fascia boards would look....!) What's the state of your wall and/or attic insulation? You sound quite worried and fussed. Can't blame you and I'm sorry for it. I expect you'll figure out what needs to be done and it may not be as bad as you fear. A beginning resource would be to contact the Tamko people and/or your builder if the house isn't very old and get their opinions about what to do. They may offer some useful suggestions. You also could do some research here and elsewhere on the web about ice dams. And bear in mind the suggestions of the other posters about licensing, insurance and dumping permits, etc. There are a lot of opportunities to make the problem worse rather than better; and roofing repairs, even the cheapest estimates, are not inexpensive. I'm sure others will chime in, and when we have more info, be able to offer some additional suggestions that may be helpful. If you've had a lot of damage, you might check your homeowner's policy ...... Also, if you have additional heavy snow, is it possible to have the lower portion of the roof raked before the snow has a chance to make a pest of itself? This is a hard job (and can be dangerous), so don't undertake it lightly. Sometimes you can hire roofing companies to come and rake during the winter. Providing they don't damage the roofing, this would be fine....See MoreCan you soften the tone of heart pine wood
Comments (19)Thank you, daisychain01, and everyone else for their positive remarks and advice related to the *actual* question. My kitchen represents “my“ style. I search everything - for far too long before I do anything that I’m going to have to look at for any stretch of time. I looked at loads of photos for hood styles and I didn’t like the straight sided hoods because they lacked character. I wanted the hood to look unique (as it’s a focal point when you walk in the front door) - and I think I’ve achieved that. It‘s pretty comical to read “hood design does not fit” and “the shape and integration into the cabinets is all wrong to work”. Let me say, the hood “fits” rather well - I actually have about 1/4” clearance on each side :). And it also “works“ just fine - I press the ON button and there are no flashing messages that scream “hood shape not compatible with power button”. I think what you guys meant to say was the hood design could be more “complimenting” to the space. ?? I recently read in a design book, “Rather than following arbitrary guidelines, focus on incorporating the things that matter to you and the people who share your home. Sure, some people have a knack for decorating and design, but here’s the thing: it’s not rocket science. Allow yourself the freedom to mess up, whatever that means. Creativity goes much further than money and flawless taste when it comes to making a house a home. “ With that said, I’m pretty proud of the hood style and I know it will not cause a kitchen controversy all over America...maybe just here on Houzz. ;)...See MoreNeed input on kitchen lighting! Advice needed!
Comments (2)I would keep it silver. It blends better with your kitchen finishes, and lets your dining table light be the main focus. You don't ned the contrast of a dark finish there, especially if you are keeping three lights. I would look for lights with clear glass, or silver in a square shape like your other light. Or you may be able to change out the glass bell without changing your whole fixture....See MoreNeed advice/input on possible replacement window/style
Comments (24)Bay window and garden window. Installed Bay window Installed garden window nycbluedevil_gw: Your window opens out at the top or the bottom? An awning window opens out at the bottom and a hopper window opens in at the top, but I have never seen a window that opens out at the top (although the top can slide down on some awnings). Awning window, opens to the outside hopper window, opens to the interior...See Morenini804
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