Some people love rain and the rainy season. After all, few things are better than curling up with a good book and watching the rain pour down. But the aftermath of the rain is most frustrating and inevitable. If you happen to have a leak on the roof during the rain, you could have a […]
That sound of winter gives me goose bumps and make me want to snuggle under a big bulk of cozy blankets. Don’t you just love winter? That’s how we feel in October and November…everyone in Ottawa feels differently in the middle of February during the fifth consecutive -30°C day. Like it or not, it is […]
Trying to find the right roofer for your home can be a bit of an uphill battle. Especially in a big city like Ottawa, there are many competing roofing companies looking for your business. All of them are going to be promising the moon and the stars when it comes to results. To better help […]
The last thing that you ever want to do is purchase a home in Ottawa with a roof that has to be replaced almost immediately after you take ownership of the keys. Your roof is the most important part of your home as far as structural integrity and weather protection is concerned. If your roof […]
In our daily lives, it’s hard to find time to do the dishes or take out the garbage. Our plates are so overloaded, inspecting the roof doesn’t even come to mind. However, when you own a home, it is one of the most important things that you need to keep an eye on. The roof […]
Over the past decade, the presence of metal roofing has almost quadrupled, as it allows homeowners to make important improvements on their home without breaking the bank. However, if you are considering investing in this roofing material, then it’s important to be aware of the core advantages of metal roofing, as well as the disadvantages. […]
Here in Ontario, we think of the winter as our harshest season. While howling winds, frigid temperatures, snow and ice can all take their toll on your roof, the summer offers its own hazards. UV rays, high temperatures and temperature fluctuations are all hard on a roof. So don’t assume that if your roof made […]
Because of the cold temperatures, snow and storms that we experience over the winter months in Ontario, many of our home maintenance tasks are left to the summer. Roof maintenance is no different. There are many ways in which you can maximize the life of your roof by staying on top of roof maintenance this […]
If you own your home long enough, you will eventually face the problem of needing a new roof. Whether it is an emergency or part of your home maintenance plan, getting a new roof can be a stressful experience. Before replacing your roof, consider the following factors. 1. Does your roof need to be replaced […]
Your gutters are a vital part of your home’s roofing system. As a homeowner, it is important that you understand how your gutters work so that you can keep them functioning properly. What are gutters? Gutters, also known as eavestroughs, are troughs fixed around the eaves or edges of a roof. They direct the rain […]
