THE GREAT SHINGLE CAPER, Buying Before 55, Best Neighborhood & More

Jerry and Linda take on some great questions this week. Find out if you must replace shingles on your home to avoid having your homeowner's insurance cancelled. Can they recommend the best neighborhood? How about a rental? Where are the public hot tubs? See the great crowd at the St. Catherine Chili Contest and Jerry's comedic attempt to catch a snake! Of course there's lots more.
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[@carmineemm1922]

I had the honor to work with Tony in the NYPD. He was one of the sharpest officers I ever had the opportunity to work with.

[@onealutube]

Your obscure references are the best. This weeks, Phyllis Diller. As luck would have it I have a Phyllis Diller story. 1984, while on liberty (USMC) in Hollywood, walking up Hollywood Boulevard, limo pulls up, back window rolls down, people arguing in back seat area, Phyllis Diller leans out, far out arm extended with a bottle of something, she loudly says, "Here, giving this away, take it!" My buddy grabs the bottle, she returns to arguing, window rolls up as limo drives off. She gave us an almost full bottle of Jim Beam. We don't know why. Man - I wish we had kept that bottle.

[@texasmimi5566]

Did "Fang" have a drinking problem?

[@onealutube]

@@texasmimi5566 one could assume she didn’t want anymore drinking going on in that limo

[@marilynnschroeder4436]

Wow, another awesome picture Jerry, of that crane! Those cranes will rid your yard of the grubs, and other pests! Lol 😂

[@ronniedelaplain6722]

I went to Jackie Evancho concert on March 25ft, OMG this beautiful young woman is beyond amazing. I had a front rollseat in Orchestra pit. Sometimes she was 4ft away. Her voice has help me deal with the loss of my wife in 2010.

[@lorrainebrown3536]

I’m here on Marsh Bend, The Villages, visiting my cousin! Wow, really beautiful everywhere I look! They have a gorgeous Hollywoody home! I’m having a grand time. They have been taking me all over! Went to Brownwood last night to listen to music & watch the dancing as she recently had open heart surgery. Today took trolley ride & also went to Sumpter Landing. Yesterday had a fun golf cart ride. So much to do & I’m plum tuckered. Yes, I went to Finney & Eisenhower Ctr. Sooooooo it’s 8pm & have hopped into bed to view your channel! Love & Hugs❤️🤗🙏Your #1 N.J. Fan

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

You are doing it up right! Seeing all you can see. Have fun! 😁😁😁

[@milantoombs6696]

Loved Gizmos joke, name of dog with no legs: doesn’t matter he won’t come! 😂 Have a good week.

[@johnfoote567]

Thanks for pointing us in the right direction!

[@terrybrockway5376]

Thank-you Jerry and Linda for another great video. 🌞

[@johntamulonis4626]

Jerry and Linda, great show! A bright spot on a Monday!

[@brockreynolds870]

When it comes to catching snakes, ESPECIALLY if they are in your home, the easiest and best thing to use is one of those Gopher grabber tools, grab it by the head with that, it stays 3-4 feet away from you, and you can drag it and put it where you need to go.

[@raymondplodzien7459]

One of my favorite things to watch is mail bag Monday. You two are great!

[@stevenwilburn235]

Thank you for sharing another great show!! Enjoy the Thunderbirds!!! Steve

[@juleebailey3046]

Good morning Jerry, Linda, and Gizmo!!! Great show as usual!

[@nursejulie]

❤️ That was fun! I love mailbag Monday! 😂😹

[@laurarahz12]

Happy Monday! Great video, and how fun to host a cruise, can't wait to see those videos!! God bless you guys and have a great week! ps...enjoy babysitting!!!

[@palpatelRN]

As always I love your Monday videos. Thank you for the diverse content. I didn't like the footage on the snake but thankfully I you didn't show it. I'm deathly afraid of them lol. have a great week!

[@marionzakrzewski3871]

Thanks again! Good info as usual!

[@deanomarshall2926]

Good morning Jerry, Linda & Gizmo! ☺ Have a great week!

[@djbvida]

Great show! Gizmo I love the Beatles dog joke! The chili cook off sounded fun. Have a great week!

[@jennifermiller7139]

Have a great week guys. Enjoyed the show. 🥰

[@canadafragrancereviewerdia9119]

I have made the same chili for years now why would i change everyone loves it. Great show Jerry and Linda, your appreciated.

[@tennisnar]

I always enjoy watching y’all every week! Congratulations Linda on your hole in one!! Hubby and I did our 2nd lifestyle package last week and we bought a house in The Village of Hammock at Fenney. Loved seeing some neighbors on today’s show. We close April 26th and move in on the 27th. See ya when we get there!! 💕

[@ToRetirementAndBeyond]

Hey Jerry! Hey Linda! Look at all those new Hammock at Fenney neighbors. Yay!!!

[@26ydtibbs39]

Wish that we could have stayed for Sun -N-Fun. We will be looking forward to your coverage of that show Jerry. Thank you.

[@jodystancliff7864]

I bought a removable dog door for the slider to my lanai for my dog. It's easy to pop in in the morning and take down at night so that the slider locks. It locks cost about $170 at Lowes. My little guy loves it. Since it's not permanent, I don't need to worry about it affecting future buyers of my home. Great investment.

[@MsLorie-ef6fo]

Hosting a cruise...wow! You're rock stars🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@beautyover6018]

Always informative, I learn something new every time I watch the show and not just about the villages but about a variety of things! You both are a joy to watch!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you, Lauren... always so nice!

[@Skelly5103]

Again a wonderful show! Full of great information that is worth the watch. Thanks for always putting this on for all of us. Mike~Dawn.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

You are welcome! We have a great time doing it, and we meet the nicest people.

[@CR-ru1kw]

😂😂😂Gizmo! Many thanks for sharing 😘.

[@oceandreamer1958]

Another newsy Mailbag Monday! Thanks, Jerry, Linda and Gizmo!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Our pleasure!

[@zayneunderwood1488]

Magnificent... although I don't usually comment and I'm new to your channel but, when Jerry mentioned Phyllis Diller I laughed so hard I about blew Pepsi out of my nose and then I had this immense feeling of, oh my gosh I actually know who Phyllis Diller is...... Be well friends.... 😂😆🙏🏻

[@pietrinabravata3474]

Hello Jerry and Linda. I love Mailbag Monday. You each bring such good information. I'd like to pass along for people to do a Lifestyle Visit before they purchase a home in the Villages because once they buy they can no longer do the same type of visit. I'm in New York and bought a home I saw online on the Villages website figuring I could come later for a Lifestyle visit. Well now I'm ready to come for my visit and was told because I own a home there I cannot do a Lifestyle visit even though I've never used my home and am not familiar with the Villages. So I need to pass along to go for a visit before buying because once you buy that's it as far as a Lifestyle visit. Thank you so much for your Mailbag Mondays. I guess this is how I'm going to get most of my information about life in the Villages before I move down.

[@johnwilkes8234]

You guys are the best thanks for all your good info👍

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thanks, John!

[@nataliesmithhart4511]

Great mailbag today! ❤️💌 Thanks for the update on Rick! So good to hear his spirits were lifted. I’ll be sending some Easter greetings his way. Have an amazing week! Best! ☀️

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@mialorenzen3538]

Loved today’s show! Such fun….we’re coming down for all of June….we can’t wait and we’ll (hopefully) see you when we get there! 🥰😍🥰

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Yes indeed… see you when you get here!

[@bargirl2221]

I love today’s video. I could certainly see that Jerry was an excellent teacher. He seem to be in teacher mode today. I am glad that you’re enjoying your village life. I really love your T-shirts but I don’t like wearing T-shirts for some reason. I’ve just never been a fan of T-shirts. I will wear a Bellamy Brothers T-shirt sometimes when I go to their concert.

[@markphillipson768]

Another great MBM, I would be worried about other Florida Wildlife also using that Doggy Door. Have a great week.

[@lynnchiofalolucas3777]

Great show!

[@lynningenito858]

Great job as usual...

[@joangiangola7405]

Great show! Lots of info once again! Gizmo’s jokes are outstanding! Good delivery Gizmo. So many nice shout outs. Have a fabulous time at Lakeland Air Show. God Bless America 🇺🇸.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Joan!😁😁😁

[@kristenschnese698]

Good show as always Chill cook off in the spring lol 😂 I wish spring would get here…

[@daledivine4625]

We're pretty much into summer now. High 80s to low 90s.

[@mykvalentin]

Gizmo, you're just too cute and too funny. Must've inherited it from your owners! Hi Jerry & Linda, we love going on a cruise; we used to go every year. I wish we could join your cruise in July.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

We wish so too! Thanks, Myk!

[@barbaraebner5889]

We have a Cullen and call him Culle. He too, keeps us on our toes and we love it! Great snake chase Jerry. The crab crawl was an A+.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@karenseman8258]

Congrats Linda! ⭐️🏌🏻‍♀️⛳️

[@cydneystephen2814]

Hey Jerry, Linda and Gizmo. I’m late but I’m here. I always admire the decorative pillow below the lamp behind you Linda. Oh yes. Love the caps. The shout out pics amazing. Judges of a Chile contest, with beans? Oh my🤣. “Accidental liar” 🤔🤣. Appreciate your trying. The Chile party looked amazing. Nice group meeting every 2 weeks with activities. 🙌🏼. He sounds adorable, “ I’m in the bathroom “💕. Glad to know the pools well maintained. Good point amount the doggy door when it’s time to sell. Great to confirm about the roof/insurance. That can be a factor with resale. Thanks so much for all the great tips. Have a great weekend. Enjoy planning your cruise and see you next video.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you, Cydney! 🙂🙂🙂

[@gigimac8459]

My roof was eleven years old and Ida came through and severely damaged it. We were very lucky to find a reasonable roofer, who did a great job. Our home is about 2700 square feet and the roof cost was $10,000. This is not the usual case, so many people in Louisiana are getting scammed after this storm. We still see blue tarps everywhere. I have a friend who gave the roofers half of the money, they did a little work and left. It's really a shame.

[@getnnrv9860]

You guys are so great together. And Linda, your smile is beautiful!. And I love how Jerry is always so polite, complementary, and a gentleman with you. Makes my heart happy! Bless you both!

[@debrapengelley2944]

I watch every week. You helped us so much with our move etc. We moved to the Villages in the middle of November. We just love it!! You are the nicest couple!! Thanks for all your help and continued help❤️😎🤗

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Welcome!!! We are SO glad you love it and appreciate your kind words. 😁😁😁

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

You're so nice! 🙂🙂🙂

[@Griff51]

We just received an email from The Villages, Continuing the Dream. It looks like they featured Jerry on the golf section getting ready to clobber the ball. Also, heading down for a life style visit May 3 to the 10th. Looking forward to exploring The Villages. Barry & Sally

[@timmer9696]

Hi guys, last year I had my roof replaced at a cost of approximately $480 per square (100 sq ft).That was for architectural grade shingles. Remember when estimating, the roof will be significantly more square footage than the house, factoring in roof pitch and overhangs. Metal roofs are more. Great show today!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you! We love it when we get good information. Could you email us the name of the company that did your work?

[@sgp1489]

I've used Airbnb for rentals in The Villages twice. Both times were good experiences

[@daledivine4625]

Our kids have also. Very nice.

[@deborahwilson-kujala9922]

Always a good idea to have your own pressure washer...keep lanai clean, etc..

[@nwad3322]

Great video!

[@sarahgupton2552]

Roofs in South Florida can cost $40k. Hurricane requirements. But they may be warranted for 30-40 years. A well cared for (maintained) roof can last 30-40 years. Most people IMO do not bother to properly maintain their roofs.

[@dally8399]

Nice sneezing in the background 😀

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

The best

[@thedang4phim]

After viewing a few of your videos about living in the Village, we thought we would start searching for a house there but we were shocked when we heard about insurance required about the roof . Wow when we retired the income was set, the roof is a big budget 🥺 that's make us to think twice about move in the village.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

That is understandable. It is not unique to the Villages, however. there is a bit of an insurance crisis everywhere, especially in areas that are subject to hurricane damage.

[@thedang4phim]

@@JERRYANDLINDA thank you for all helpful video and replied

[@andersenyvonne12]

Now that you mentioned it could you post your Chili recipe…..I love Chili! Thanks!

[@sparkleevenmore9638]

Lol I get momentarily confused when you mention the “Sarasota Executive Golf Course” - my mom and her second husband lived in Sarasota FL (south of Tampa) for years. Lovely old town and well worth a day trip if you’ve never been.

[@aks8823]

Just for the record: You BOTH have beautiful hair !

[@joefraga7377]

Enjoyed roof information. Yikes. We live on east coast of Virginia. Not on the coastal water though. I guess ut is let buyer be ware before signing on the bottom line. Worth saving.

[@kristi215]

Thank you! Oh and Jerry, I don't get shots either. :-)

[@lindabradley1054]

Linda, you had me laughing when you said Jerry would bring a ladle to the next chili cook off and when you said maybe you would wear an "accidental liar" sign on your hat. Always very interesting info you and Jerry share with us. Have a great week!

[@garytibbets5167]

I thought there were more but there is a post office you can get to by golf cart. It is over the bridge at Spanish Springs, take a right at the end of the bridge.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

Great show. You two are quite the celebrities. My insurance company required me to replace my roof under threat of cancellation. They did give me 2 years to do it, which would be up this coming fall 2022. I replaced my roof last August. I bought a 30 year shingle. I was going to finance it, but decided I didn’t want to and just paid cash. You’re correct. They are not cheap.

[@daledivine4625]

Can't see the benefit of having 30 year shingles if they have to be replaced every 10 or 15 years. Buy the cheaper ones.

[@edwinrodeo]

@@daledivine4625 .. my thoughts exactly, I can see maybe a 20 yr rule but 10 seems awfully short for a roof

[@marklloyd4153]

Winner winner chicken dinner . Put Linda’s chili recipe in a video . Thanks Jer great video take care

[@adriennebetar3939]

Hi Guys, I used close caption TV originally with my elder parents. However, even now I find it easier for myself and without I do miss words here and there. As long as you summarize the question in the beginning prior to start of answers I’m fine not seeing the questions on the screen. On another note, be great to focus on the topic of roof replacement I’m sure a show in itself on home ownership replacements and general maintenance on homes in FL due to weather would be a great show since many of us Northerns are new to the climate and how damaging it can be. Also, perhaps segment between contractor, insurance company & Villagers who had to replace their roof would make interesting piece. Thanks for everything you are both my faves and hope to meet when I’m able to “come on down.”

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Adrienne, so nice. Yes indeed… see you when you get here!😁😁😁

[@ernestkooistra1559]

Happy MBM! 😀

[@jilllily8177]

I love you two in orange!!! Don't listen to the critics!

[@bobweber4180]

South of 44, I use the Coleman Post office, just limited hours

[@tonimoore5230]

Like the new color of the shirt

[@vc5385]

Congratulations Linda on your Hole In One.

[@ronniedelaplain6722]

I went on 2 life style visits they do allow it however you don’t get the package part of it. No free golf or meals Etc.

[@davidwarner3975]

we get our clippings and branches (max 4 feet in length) picked up.../ congrats on the hole in one... did not see it on FB / el santiago has one large cup, I shot 30 on monday w/ a triple bogey /

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@vickyb5935]

Would have loved to join you cruising however we are „finally“ getting to take our Alaska land/cruise vacation this year in June!!!!!

[@daledivine4625]

Hey Jerry, Linda and Mr Gizzy. Great MBM. As far as NextDoor site, anyone any where can be on The Villages area. Just have to plug in where you want. I think the pool tables at Burnsed rec center are the prettiest. The have real inlaid Indian head pennies on the rail markers. And the wood is beautiful. There have been several siting's and photos of cotton mouths at the Fenney Fox courses. The course points can certainly hurt you if playing in a group. I have had as many as 32 points in one week in 2020 when I played over 1200 rounds of golf.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

😲😲😲😲😲😲😲😲

[@gregorynp]

Congratulations Linda on the Hole-in-One

[@charn913]

I love Gizmo ….. adorable

[@jennifermiller7139]

Who wouldn’t want to rent near you guys? 🤣🤣

[@resellingandthrifting]

Florida does have coral snakes. Lol i remember back in the 90's living in NE Fl., my husband stopped for one of his employees to "go in the bushes" so to speak. Next stop , they went to ER because the guy got bit by a coral snake, right off A1A. Lol.

[@richb.1453]

Another great show. Enjoying it while watching the snow fall here in northern Michigan!

[@texasmimi5566]

I'm sorry.....(from a former Michigander, or is it Michiganian? That was not resolved when I left there in 2003).

[@christopheroakland6544]

Good day Gerry and Linda, My wife Jessie and I appreciate your videos every week. I had asked a question sometime ago in regards to the Landfill, the Quarry, and the Federal Prison. I seen your short video on the landfill but I was curious if you planned on doing a more informative video if there are odors that occasionally blow across the neighborhoods that are nearby? Especially during the heat of the summer when all that yard vegetation is cooking in the sun. I would also be curious to know about noise and dust coming from the processing plant and trucks at the quarry now that The Villages are expanding further south. In addition, the noise from the federal prison in regards to daily activity, like outside speaker/intercom announcements, bells/tones? Thank you and keep the information coming!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

All good questions. We have been trying to get interviews for a while now and have had no luck. We will see what we can do.

[@Miguel195211]

That’s a tough one on the roof. 💵💰💵

[@nightengale2123]

Catching Mailbag Monday on Tuesday as we have been busy POD packing, etc. as the closing on our R.I. home is fast approaching. But we did get a little time today to take a ride to the beach to collect a bucket of rocks for your rock painting project. 😊 Sorry we can't get them to you until we buy a home and have the POD delivered as that is where they will be packed. When that happens I will drop you an email. Think there is enough rocks in the bucket to keep you two busy for awhile.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

AWWWW!!! So nice! 😁😁😁

[@tessjones5987]

Gizmo is such a doll.

[@nancichrismer5719]

For rentals go to Airbnb

[@sjkolesar]

Feeling left out! You guys mentioned a lot of villages down south but totally forgot Cason Hammock! It's a sweet little village surrounded by the Southern Oaks Championship golf course.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Never heard of it. Just kidding! There are so many! 😛😜😄😅😜😛

[@johnpb7965]

Not all retirement communities are created equal. Something you may want to share with your viewers who might be afraid to move to the Villages because they don’t know anyone in Florida. My wife and I retired from Massachusetts to a North Texas retirement community. We moved there not knowing a single soul in Texas. As much as it was a challenge it was the greatest experience in our 40+ years of marriage. We found the key to our great quality of life there was the diversity of our neighbors who many became our friends. Like Florida, North Texas is made up of many transplants from all over the USA and people who are on their own usually need other people. We made more friends in the 2+ years in Texas than we made in our whole married life in Massachusetts. Due to circumstances (story is too long to get into) we ended leaving Texas for Pennsylvania. Same story as Texas as we moved into a retirement community not knowing a single soul in Pennsylvania. We have been here going on 4 years now, and have made very few friends - sometimes we feel as though we’re intruders. 99% of the population who live in our retirement community have lived in this part of Pennsylvania all their lives. When we watch your vlogs it sometimes reminds us of being the happy newcomers ourselves when we had moved to Texas. Bottom line… to move away from home if it’s somewhere like the Villages or any retirement community where the people have moved in from everywhere, just might be the best decision of your life. Wishing you all the best, John from Lancaster County Pennsylvania

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

John, you are exactly right. We feel like we're in the same boat with our neighbors down here. Everybody we know has come here from other States. We have friends from Pennsylvania, from Minnesota, from Wisconsin, from Illinois, from Kansas, and the list goes on.

[@daledivine4625]

@@JERRYANDLINDA When we moved here we knew one couple. Now, like John we have more friends than we ever knew in Virginia.

[@ljay2823]

We just purchased a home outside of Tampa last week. Original roof on a 22 year old home. We DID get insurance despite the age of the roof. There was no way we could afford a new roof with all the $$$ it was costing to purchase the home. You have to shop around and understand that there are 3 things the insurer looks at: age of roof, age of hot water heater and age of HVAC. Becuase the hot water heater and HVAC were new (1 year and 3 years, respectively), they approved our policy. Yes, you will pay a tad more for the insurance but it will go DOWN once the roof is replaced. Regarding cost: 2650 square feet with new hurricane clips (now required; they weren't during a specific time of home building so our house doesn't have them).....$34,000. That was the average of 5 estimates. We have a year to relace it and no doubt the cost will go UP by the time we do it. Last, do NOT invest in any roofing material that is "top of the line" or a long warranty as it's a waste of money. ALso, you'll have to remove your solar panels (if you have them) every time the roof comes off and check into THAT cost for removal and re-installment. HTH some. :)

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Excellent information! Thank you very much. The cost of that roof is a real eye opener, isn't it?

[@lindabradley1054]

When we replaced our roof more than ten years ago, it cost $5,000 to remove the solar panels and then put them back on.

[@GringoLoco1]

😮

[@commonsense6967]

@@JERRYANDLINDA I'd recommend getting at least 3 roofing estimates before deciding on a roofing company. I got a new roof on my house in FL panhandle in December, and the bill for the Owens Corning architectural shingles with installation ran $11,700 for my house of 2,120 square feet with attached garage. Unfortunately, I also needed lots of rotten wood replaced under it, so that ran up the total bill a lot over the cost of shingles. (And I also got a letter from State Farm about having to replace my roof or have my insurance not renew, but I had planned to do it anyway.) Total cost for me ended up at about $16,500.

[@lighten851]

What’s the mean gain of the solar panels if your in time of needing to replace your roof and it costs 5,000$ in maintenance-on and off roof- for the panels? We are northern Illinois homeowners with 2500 sq foot 2 story home ( w full basement) Gambrel style cedar shake roof; which we have maintained- cleaned stained,replaced worn with new shakes. They are stated to last 32-50 years and we are on the 35 year and if need be will replace with non-wood shingles. Anyone out there in similar situation? Thankyou Jerry Linda for these “nuts and bolts” shows and your inspiration to enjoy our sunset years🌅🐠🌺🌴💕

[@donwilliams6712]

I took 2 lifestyles, the first for 7 days, the second for 28 days.

[@billjosh12345]

Good Morning Villaages!!!!

[@garytibbets5167]

Up in Chatham there are homes and lots for horse owners. You can have a barn built and keep them. 4 lots are built on and 3 lots are still for sale. Chatham Acres I believe it is called.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Those are high dollar properties!

[@garytibbets2131]

@@JERRYANDLINDA they are expensive but have 3-5 acres I guess. We drive buy when leaving our neighborhood and go by 3 horses at the one closest to us.

[@Mushkiepotamus]

The Villages actually had POLO horse property- the lots up in The Village of Chatham - each home lot is just over 5 acres- some still available- $559,000 just for the lot. They recently had two homes go on the market for 1.8 MILLION and 2.4 MILLION

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃🙃

[@sandraskalnik387]

If you can’t dance on the pool tables, I’m just so sorry, I don’t guess I can move there (hahaha, just kidding).

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

You would have to take off your shoes.

[@hosegooseman5]

Hi guys. I know of at least one post office inside the Villages. It’s where our mailbox station is and it has a small office for pretty much all USPS services. Accessible by golf cart and located in the Silver Lake area at: 4 Lagrande Blvd, Lady Lake, FL 32159. Saludos from up north here in Silver Lake !!! 😃📫

[@donhampton840]

When I lived in Louisville I had they same allergy problems. No problems here.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Yep... that Ohio Valley...

[@geyser3445]

Linda looks younger and younger each week Jerry.......well....

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

She only looks younger because I treat her like a Queen! That is hard work.

[@garyxyz4400]

Good morning It's Monday 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Mike1614b]

Installing a regular plastic/wood doggie door in the passage door or wall between the garage and the living area does violate fire code. Fire rated doggie doors are available for that application. Also any type of ceiling or wall mounted ventilation fan that removes hot air from the garage and puts it in the attic must also be fire rated. And the reason replacing the roof shingles etc., is expensive in FL is because of Florida's wind code. The wind code is part of Florida's building code and is designed to make homes stronger and more resistant to the damaging winds from hurricanes and other storms. The wind code requires a permit for roofing replacement, installation by a licensed roofing contractor, inspections and the use of approved products, fasteners and shingles wind rated for the county you live in. All of that adds up cost wise, but the net result is fewer loses from roof damage and water intrusion.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you for the good information Mike. As we try to tell everyone, we don't know what we're talking about sometimes.

[@Mike1614b]

@@JERRYANDLINDA you guys do a great job

[@stephenmcnamara9928]

I prefer having the questions on screen -- if a particular question is not of interest then it's easy to scroll to the next question. Or add "chapter" listings in the description for each question...

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you!

[@buffmontana4203]

Also you may need permission from the town/county if you want to build outward, like a lanai, extra room or golf cart garage. Orange Blossom and Glenview CCs have a hot tube both are priority. I have a friend who was golfing and some lady asked him out of the blue to remove a snake skin from her yard, she was afraid of the skin! I found a complete 5' skin and brought it to our driveway party for show and tell. The roofing issue is scary so don't buy a 30 year roof buy the cheapest. I would accept an inspection every 10 years or so instead, that seems fair. My neighbor just bought a house and the insurance company wouldn't insure because her HOT WATER HEATER was old!!! It was working fine and was 20 years old! What will be next? Congrats on the whole in one YAY! I am happy if I get a par!

[@daledivine4625]

It would be a shame if you bought one of those custom metal roofs that last 50 years and they made you get rid of it after 10 year. There are some metal roofs up in the Spanish Springs area.

[@lizhaley803]

Linda, I’ve been watching y’all from the beginning. I must say, you have become so much more comfortable on this site. Jerry, you are so professional. I look forward to this every Monday.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Liz, so very nice of you to say. I am very proud of Linda because she was super shy. She is definitely coming out of her shell.