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HEATIT HIRD 240-Foot Roof and Gutter De-Icing Cable
Roof and gutter de-icing cable measuring 240 feet, with an output of 5 watts per foot.
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Picked by Darin Chamberlin. In 42 years of landscape contracting, Darin has worked hand in hand with roofers, plumbers, remodelers, tree crews and storm repair pros, because every outdoor project depends on the trades around it. This roofing store grew out of that work. It isn't a venture capital deal, it's gear Darin has seen get the job done.
Roofing tools and supplies for Quad Cities Roofing customers.
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Mississippi River winters bring ice dams, and wet springs bring outages. Keep a melt path open at the roof edge and back up the sump pump.
Roof and gutter de-icing cable measuring 240 feet, with an output of 5 watts per foot.
Follow installation instructions.
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A 12-volt battery backup sump pump in coated steel that takes over when the power goes out or the main pump fails.
Confirm whether a battery is included before you order.
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A weatherproof sump and septic alarm with a 33-foot float switch, a loud audible alarm and email alerts when the water rises.
Email alerts need working Wi-Fi. Test the float and alarm each season.
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A waterproofing coating may work on small roof sections, provided the manufacturer specifically permits that use.
Check the surface material, how much weather it faces, and whether the product is approved for that use. It cannot fix structural problems or cover an entire roof.
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When sealing a minor exterior area, choose a product rated for the surfaces involved. It is not a substitute for a roof.
Don't block siding drainage openings, water paths at flashing, or joints designed to move.
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If you think there may be a leak, use a moisture meter to test interior materials you can reach safely.
Verify the current listing and model, confirm it fits your needs, and follow the manufacturer鈥檚 directions.
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Choose a properly selected hard hat for overhead hazards identified around roofing work.
Read the label for rated protection, class, sizing, condition, and whether it suits the job. A hard hat cannot stop a fall.
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Talk from the truck to the crew on the roof without yelling over the compressor or climbing down. 15 watts (5-watt low setting), IP67 sealed against dust and water, automatic noise canceling, 22 GMRS + 8 repeater channels and 154 privacy codes, PA and intercom, and NOAA weather alerts. The hideaway base unit tucks out of sight and runs off a DC vehicle adapter.
Using GMRS in the US needs an FCC license: no test, $35 for 10 years, and one license covers your immediate family. Anyone outside your family needs their own.
Read our GMRS guide (license, range, uses)
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Crew radios over cell networks
Five push-to-talk radios that talk over 4G LTE or WiFi instead of radio range, so a crew spread across town (or across job sites) can still reach each other. Each one comes with a pre-installed SIM card, GPS and an SOS button, in an IP67 case that floats if it gets dropped in water.
Needs cell or WiFi coverage to work. Check the current price, coverage and platform terms on Amazon before ordering.
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For sloped-roof work, use a full-body harness, a reusable roof anchor, and a lifeline.
Set up the anchor as directed in its instructions, and comply with fall-protection rules. Bring in a professional for work on a high or steep roof.
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Pneumatic nailer designed for asphalt shingles, with a 16-degree setting.
Confirm nail compatibility.
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Cordless roofing nailer configured at 15 degrees, from the 20V MAX family.
Confirm battery compatibility.
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Coil-style roofing nailer drives fasteners as long as 1-3/4 inches.
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Air-powered coil roofing nailer with a 15-degree configuration.
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This coil roofing nailer works with nails up to 1-3/4 inches in length.
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Brushless roofing nailer powered by an 18V battery; kit includes a coil.
Confirm battery compatibility.
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Air-operated roofing nailer set at 15 degrees, compatible with nails measuring up to 1-3/4 inches.
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Package contains 2,880 galvanized roofing fasteners, each 1-3/4 inches long and collated at 15 degrees.
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A 100-foot roll of mill-finish aluminum gutter guard to help keep out leaves and debris.
Confirm gutter fit.
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Electric roof cable kit: 160 feet, 120 volts and 800 watts.
Follow installation instructions.
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Adjustable-length roof rake with a 25-inch plastic blade.
Use caution when working the rake over shingles.
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Gutter guards suited to roof-edge drainage and seasonal upkeep.
Verify the live price and offer, exact product version, fit with your setup, and manufacturer's directions before purchase.
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View the roof from ground level with binoculars; don't climb up for a visual check.
Check the listing, exact version, fit and manufacturer鈥檚 directions before placing an order.
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This 20-foot roof rake has rollers designed to protect shingles.
Take care when using this rake on shingles.
View on AmazonOne backup power pick to keep a fridge, lights and phones running when the grid goes down. It opens on Amazon in a new tab.
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Keep the fridge, phones, lights and Wi-Fi going when the grid goes down. A gas inverter generator handles the big loads.
#1Open-frame inverter generator
A gas inverter generator rated 4,200 peak / 3,300 running watts. AIVOLT lists up to 16 hours of runtime on its 2.6-gallon tank in ECO mode, CO shutdown, a low-oil alert, parallel capability, an RV-ready outlet and USB ports, at 54.3 lb and 68 dB.
Run gas generators outdoors only, far from doors and windows. Carbon monoxide can kill.
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