If it’s time for a roof replacement on your home or you’re planning a custom home build, flat and sloped roof designs are the two common styles to choose from. The question of course is which one should you go with? Like everything, they both have advantages and disadvantages. Here, we’ve broken them down to […]
Replacing an old roof is a big investment. A roof is not as glamorous as new granite countertops or choosing the right shade of hardwood, so it can fly under the radar until it demands your attention. It’s easy to feel out of your depth when it comes to choosing the right material for your […]
When it comes to repairing a roof, it’s way beyond the scope of what a homeowner should include as a DIY project, unless you’re Bob Vila. In fact, there are many common errors that homeowners make in dealing with roof repair. Here are four of the most common mistakes that we’d like to highlight so […]
Imagine this: the dreaded day when you find yourself standing in a puddle on the kitchen floor and realize that it’s not because of a spilled cup. As you crane your neck towards the ceiling and notice drops landing on your head, you take a deep sigh and think, “You’ve got to be kidding me.” […]
If there’s a problem with your roof, big or small, it is imperative to have a reliable, professional roofing contractor that you can trust. Your roof is a big deal, so whatever the issue may be, you want to ensure that it’s in the hands of a qualified, experienced contractor. Before you call up that […]
Now that fall is in full swing, it’s the perfect time to perform some of those maintenance tasks on your home. And let’s face it – most homeowners would love to simply ignore those “to do” tasks, especially when it comes to your roof. But the fact of the matter is that it has to […]
October is upon us and so too is the onset of those long winter months. It’s time to get out your notepad and use this guide to start making your roof maintenance checklist for this fall season. Shut off any outside taps and water systems The garden hose, sprinkler systems, or the pool – anything […]
Aging aside, roof damage tends to be something that can generally be avoided when simple, annual maintenance and inspections are carried out. However, when they are not, your roof can rapidly deteriorate. Dealing with any repairs that result from poor maintenance can end up being costly, aggravating, and time-consuming. In order to stay on top […]
It’s all too common for many of us to never really think about or appreciate our eavestroughs until, well – we have to. When water starts flowing down and pooling alongside your home, it’s time to take notice. Between intensive downpours, melting snow, and accumulating debris, gutters and drain pipes play a vital role in […]
If you’re living in the Ottawa area and are a homeowner with an old roof that seems to be springing a few too many leaks, it might be time to bite the bullet and get it seen to. Your roof keeps you and your family safe, so when it starts to falter and show signs […]
