susie asked:

We bought our first house last summer, and the inspector recommended we get yearly maintenance on the shake roof. Our house is a cape cod style with a gabled roof. We live in Kansas City, so we get snow, rain, plus tons of heat in the summer. This spring I had two roofers come over to give me an estimate for yearly maintenance, and both said the roof needs to be replaced because of the number of burn outs in the shingles. What type of shingle is the best for longevity, wear, lack of problems, etc? How much more expensive is a 50 year roof vs a 30 year roof? Are those shaped shingles much more expensive than traditional plain shingles?

Also, what thickness of plywood/particle board should be used underneath? Which should be used–plywood or particle board?

And finally, what should we be looking for when getting a bid–should the tear-down come with the price of the roof? What things should we look for in a roofing company? What type of warranty is typical for a re-roof?

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Blush asked:

Does anyone know of any haunted houses in the UK that you can stay at?? A few friends and I want to arrange a scary night away!!

Areas which are best for us are West and East Sussex, Hertfordshire, London or if any really good ones we may be tempted to travel to Devon/Cornwall – somewhere like that!!

Any ideas? Would love to know if anyone has been and how it went!!!

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CG asked:

Christmas Eve we had unseasonably warm weather and an increasingly bad leak began in the ceiling in our bedroom. I removed all excess snow from the roof that was above the bedroom where the leak is (that part of the house has a flat asphalt roof, that has become so damaged and sunken that the water has nowhere to go but down into my ceiling). We had to remove all our belongings from our bedroom and use buckets and pots to catch all the water. We are just today actually able to move back into our own bedroom (9 days later).
We found out from the neighbors upstairs that the previous tenant had identical problems previous to us and the landlords’ repairs consisted only of replacing the rotted dry wall that is our ceiling. The water that was coming from the ceiling was full of black chunks that I assume is rotten building material, very nasty. I have a mold allergy and worried about all the moisture in the drywall that I am breathing in., especially since it has been collecting water for over a year.

We called him while this was all happening (Wednesday) we got no answer and the call wasn’t returned until that Saturday. We have no emergency maintenance man to call and when I finally was able to ask him what we need to do in the future about emergencies like these he condescendingly replied that “if it’s a fire call the fire department and if you have a flood call the city”.

In his defense, he sent by a cleaner for our carpet in that room only. He had stopped by and put a huge blue tarp over the roof saying that there isn’t much he can do to the roof until the weather breaks. We are located in Michigan.

Am i being unreasonable to want these repairs made now/ soon? We pay an above average rent for our house because the layout is exactly what we were looking for. I feel that our health may be put at risk.

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Andy Roofer asked:

It sounds simple enough. If you want to ensure that your roofing project is contracted with a reputable roofing company, choose a roofer that is licensed and insured. However, some states don’t require licensing. This can make finding a qualified roofer a bit more difficult, however, it is not impossible.

The first course of action is to check with your state’s Department of Professional Regulation and Licensing. Your local department is a wealth of information and can give you all of the information that you need to ensure that your roofer is highly qualified for the job. Once you find out what your state’s licensing and insuring policies are, your next step is to ask the roofer for verification.

A common mistake that many homeowners or business owners make in regards to choosing a licensed and insured roofer is that they simply don’t ask for or verify references. You should ask the roofer to see proof of certification, licenses and their insurance as applicable to state law. However, you should also ask for references from former customers. Yet, those references won’t do you any good if you don’t call them. Make sure you are diligent and thoroughly check out any references that the roofing company gives you.

If your state doesn’t require licensing, you can ask if the roofer has been trained or licensed by any of the manufacturers that they work with. Typically, manufacturers of various roofing materials will provide training and courses in proper installation. A qualified roofing company should be able to provide you with these certifications. Additionally, you should also check with your local Better Business Bureau to see if there have been any past complaints filed against the company. You should also make certain that the roofing company only hires insured and thoroughly trained employees. Ask to see proof of workman’s compensation or other safety certifications for the company’s employees as well.

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nolbert asked:

If your ever high up on a roof, flat or angled, you’ll find small stones up there, sometimes thousands or millions of them..Ive made roofs before and when i go up to do any repairs etc years later, you can almost guarantee youll find lots of rocks up there,even when theres no source for small stones nearby!
Is it the rain or wind carrying them? or maybe something else?
Its puzzled me for years.

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Andy Roofer asked:

Prevention is the best course of action for your roof and developing a preventive roof maintenance plan is vital to the longevity of your roof. Your maintenance system should begin with regular seasonal inspections performed by an experienced roofer. The roofing inspections should occur preferably twice per year, but at least once per year. If you have your inspections in both the spring and fall months, you will find that you will identify any roofing problems that you may have.

A roofing inspection by a qualified roofer is the most effective step in your maintenance plan. By having regular inspections, you will be alerted to any problems, damage or deterioration that may be taking place. This way you can rest assured that you are treating problems as they occur and not waiting until your roof is beyond repair to find out that there is a problem.

In addition to regular roofing inspections, you should also make sure that your gutters and downspouts are cleaned and draining regularly. If your gutters become clogged, excess moisture and water will build up on your roof and can cause serious deterioration, mold, mildew and fungus growth.

If you notice any loose, curling, split or damaged shingles, you should have them repaired or replaced immediately by a professional roofer. Damaged shingles signify that you are very close to having water leaking in your roof. You should have your roofing contractor regularly inspect the condition of the nails that hold the shingles together as well. Often the shingles can outlast the nails and when the nails are damaged or deteriorate, they will need to be replaced as well.

Finally, maintenance of your roof system must include the structural elements as well. The best way to get a look at your structural elements is to go into your attic and visually inspect the condition of the trusses and rafters and look for any signs of leakage, damage or decay.

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sian54321 asked:

i have recently started my own company called glam rocks jewellery, which is going really well. But i need to promote it a bit more so that when my web site is finished i can start to sell. i have found that doing markets and fairs are a good way of selling and promoting my company. i want to do some christmas fairs but not sure where to start. i live in hertfordshire uk

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tulip asked:

wood rot has deteriated the ends (6 to 18 inches) of several rafter ends where it meets the fascia. There is no visible signs of leaking water into the interior of the house. The home is twenty years old. I am a full-time college student so I can not afford a costly repair. Could you suggest how to repair the damage or what I can do to temporarily (2-3 years) fix the roof until I finish college. I live near Seattle, WA.

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angela R asked:

My roof has hard water stains, from a leaky swamp cooler. I fixed the cooler problem but now I have hard water stains on my roof. I am not sure whether to paint them or try to clean the hard water stains. I have a power washer but I am afraid it will damage the roof shingles. If I go with the paint what type should I use? Would CLR work better? any suggestions?thanx in advance!

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hoenghsu asked:

I am offered to do a 3 yrs physiotharaphy degree from Brighton U, Birmingham U and Hertfordshire U. Can any one out there offer some constructive suggestions and information as to which U should I choose and why?

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