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RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES

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Exposed felt between shakes
Beneath the debris on this wood shake roof lurks a substantial defect, which will likely result in a significantly shortened roof life. The roofing felt (tarpaper) was placed too low in each row of shakes and is exposed to solar damage.
How not to weave a composition shingle valley
Possible indications of a defective drainage system
How to catch a wood roof on fire
Check your gutters and downspouts after it rains #1
Check your gutters and downspouts after it rains #2
Exposed felt between shakes
A well-woven valley
Don't climb that ladder!
Coating compatibility is important
A cricket in name only
 
   
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