Understanding Open Valley vs Closed Valley vs Woven Valley: Which Lasts Longer?
Open metal valley (most durable, best for heavy rain/snow, premium look). Closed cut valley (clean look, good durability). Woven valley (traditional, requires dimensional shingles, good water shedding but can trap debris). Material: galvanized steel vs copper vs aluminum.
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