A leaky roof can lead to all sorts of problems, including wood rot, mould, pest infestations, and even structural damage. If you think there’s a leak in the roof of your property, it’s important to address it and fix it as soon as possible. Here are some tips geared to help you locate the source […]
When you’re curled up inside during those intensive wind and rain storms, take a moment to consider just how much your roof has to endure. With the constant exposure to the weather, preventative maintenance is imperative in order to give it the best chance at lasting. By neglecting it, the wear and tear accelerate and […]
With heavy winter snowfalls and frigid temperatures, it is common for snow and ice to accumulate on roofs in Ottawa. When snow and ice accumulate on top of your roof, they can quickly become a hazard, especially along flat surfaces and seams, such as the chimney. Here are a few of the dangers snow and […]
Clogged gutters can be bad news for your home in a variety of ways. Leaves and branches that have accumulated throughout the fall can rot and form into a hardened sludge. As that sludge collects, any excess moisture from rain or melted ice or snow won’t have anywhere to go and can end up pooling […]
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 […]
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 […]
Your roof is an important part of your house, but unless you’ve got a rooftop deck, it is generally out of sight. And when things are out of sight, they can be easily be ignored or overlooked. But considering it is one of the most crucial features of your home, it’s imperative to keep the […]
Every day, your roof protects your home against the elements. Whether it be the constant beating down of the sun, the wind, rain, snow, or sleet, or the many things that will come into physical contact with the roof, your roof will protect everything in your home. Despite being one of the most important parts […]
Your roof is certainly one of the most important components of your home – or any structure, for that matter. Your roof is also one of the most vulnerable components of your home, routinely exposed to the elements; sitting directly under the hot sun and being pelted with rain, hail, snow and more. Like anything […]
