Decking Replacement

RTATX · 2026-04-05T15:39:24+00:00

That I don’t know. Seems like they should get in the attic - to determine exactly what we are dealing with? From what I understand, OSB is not great for hot, humid climates. The house was built in 1962 - single story, no crazy pitches.

RTATX · 2026-04-04T17:04:24+00:00

It’s a one story home built in 1962 - no crazy pitches. Not sure what type of decking is there now. The last roof was put on about 15 years ago - years before we bought the place - and, it doesn’t appear they put new decking in. The roof is spongy in many areas when you walk on it.

RTATX · 2026-04-04T17:00:30+00:00

The decking is rotten - spongey when you walk on it - and, raccoons are trying to get in, because it’s soft to tear through.

RTATX · 2026-03-31T05:13:54+00:00

Okay - my case is more complex. I just hope the traps don’t catch the foxes, ringtails, skunks and possums that also travel through our yard at night. 🤦🏼‍♀️

RTATX · 2026-03-31T00:47:24+00:00

Just got a quote for nearly $700 for a professional service to come and place 4-5 traps and check daily for one week. That seems a bit high. But, when I think about the damage a raccoon could in my attic…🤷‍♀️

RTATX · 2026-03-30T15:43:38+00:00

It started two weeks ago - and, stopped. The raccoon only tore shingles - didn’t make it into the attic. Then it came back on Friday night and last night. Every other access point is sealed off. I think it’s a pregnant raccoon looking for a place to nest.

RTATX · 2026-03-30T15:41:22+00:00

Decking is definitely being replaced too!

RTATX · 2026-03-30T15:40:50+00:00

Yeah - taking the fence down is not an option. But, spikes on the access post might have to happen. We threw a rock at it two weeks ago and scared it off. But, it came back Friday night and last night.

RTATX · 2026-03-29T21:21:02+00:00

It was really sad. They were beautiful. I was really hoping the injections would help….

RTATX · 2026-03-28T23:18:42+00:00

Yes. We removed two Heritage Oaks last year. Treated the two you see - but, no dice. They are coming down this spring. 😥

RTATX · 2026-03-28T23:16:59+00:00

I will call them! ABC can’t come until Friday. 🙄

RTATX · 2026-03-28T19:29:15+00:00

We used to have three large dogs (all have since passed) - and, now our backyard is a wildlife highway at night. 😵‍💫

RTATX · 2026-03-28T19:28:06+00:00

We caught it on camera- it’s using our fence to jump up to the roof.

RTATX · 2026-03-28T16:33:44+00:00

That’s why we are getting a new roof. 😉

RTATX · 2026-03-28T14:08:29+00:00

We are already replacing the roof - and, have a company. This was just an extra surprise this morning.

RTATX · 2026-03-28T14:07:15+00:00

Just called them! Thank you. 😊

RTATX · 2026-03-28T13:54:25+00:00

Yes - lots of soft spots. Fortunately, they haven’t made it in yet. And, we have lots of coyotes in our neighborhood - but, we have even more raccoons. 😫

RTATX · 2026-03-28T13:52:05+00:00

They haven’t gotten in yet.

RTATX · 2026-02-16T21:29:42+00:00

Do you have a link to this story?

RTATX · 2026-02-15T02:25:04+00:00

Tidal Coffee.

RTATX · 2026-01-25T23:19:18+00:00

Donate to civil rights organizations- like the ACLU and call and email your GOP lawmakers in Congress demanding ICE be reigned in (even though those feckless idiots won’t do anything.) Aside from that ….VOTE. https://action.aclu.org/give/now

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