My underlayment overlap habit fixed my callback problem

I used to rush through laying underlayment without checking overlaps. After a leak on a past job, I knew I had to do better. Now, I always pause to make sure each sheet overlaps by at least six inches. I keep a tape measure handy for a quick check. Since doing this, my jobs have had zero leak issues. It only adds a minute or two per roll, but it's worth it. My team now does the same thing after seeing how well it works. This simple step really improved our work quality.

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lane.joel1mo ago

Yeah I get that, my friend learned the hard way too when his rushed overlap job leaked all over a client's new floor. He started measuring every time after that, which kinda proves @sarahkim wrong about hating surprises, you just hate costly leaks. That extra minute really does save a huge headache later.

the_stella1mo ago

Reminds me of when I skipped measuring for cuts and ruined a board. Now I always check, and it saves so much trouble.

sarahkim1mo agoMost Upvoted

Push back on @the_stella's advice. Measuring all the time is for people who hate surprises.