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Roofing/Expert Profile
Expertise
Pretty much anything about roofing, particularly asphalt shingle and metal. Replacing damaged sheathing/plywood etc. Questions about venting attic spaces.
Experience in the area
Twenty years of repair, new roof, roof overs and truss work. Still enjoy "getting on the roof".
Organizations
None
Publications
Just had my late mothers book published. A murder mystery set in England.
Education/Credentials
High school, College graduate in England. Now living in Panama, Central America after living in the U.S. for 25 years .
Awards and Honors
None
Past/Present Clients
Way too many to list in England, California, Bahamas, Florida and Georgia.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steve | 11/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Really appreciated an answer that was so ..... |
| Martha | 11/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks so much for getting right back ..... |
| Steve | 11/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Exceptionally quick response; clear, concise, and complete ..... |
| Diane | 11/01/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the timely response. It's ..... |
| Jen | 10/30/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Michael J. Owen
2009-11-04 110 mph shingles:
Hi Steve. Simple answer. "YES". If there is a chance of a near miss or high winds of over 60mph, I would definitely go for the highest rating I could. I know about this stuff as hurricane Charley go me
2009-11-01 Installing soffit vents:
Hi Steve. Just happened to be online this morning. Sounds like you could use some more insulation. I think the minimum is around 10". Adding soffit vents should not be a problem as this can be done from
2009-11-01 new timberline shingle roof:
Do not pay anything yet. As I am in Panama, Central America, I can't say who you would contact in New York. My choice would be yellow pages either under home inspections or you could find an attorney
2009-10-31 new timberline shingle roof:
Hi Diane. I have had this question many times in the past and the simple answer is: "There is no excuse for this to happen". If the shingles have waves in them now and are butted up to each other, where
2009-10-31 Timberline hd shingle- application:
Hi Mike. If you are talking about the distance variation from row to row, providing the upper shingle completely covers the butt joint of the shingle below, it is not a problem. According to the manufacturers
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