Roofing is one of those tasks like replacing the alternator on your car – nobody wants to do it but sooner or later it has to get done. After all there are so many more fun tasks to be done around the home that are so much more satisfactory. Let's see the ...
How to Prevent A Skylight Leak
Skylights are incredibly beautiful and can add some much-needed light to your home. Having additional natural light skylights can also look to expand interior spaces, reduce utility bills, and help make your home seem a little more inviting. The problem i ...
How A New Roof Can Increase Your Sale Value
If you ask most Real Estate agents, add new roofing before attempting to sell significantly increases the value of your home and makes it appealing to buyers. By increasing the value of your home, you actually make money on your repairs as the resell valu ...
Can A Roof Be Earthquake Proof?
It’s common knowledge that Vancouver is due for a large and devastating earthquake. Thankfully all types of builders recognize this and are continually trying to seismic upgrade all our buildings. A large part of that is, of course, our roofs. If a roof c ...
Flat Roof Construction Tips
Update: August 5th 2019 Article Originally Published April 17, 2017 Flat Roof Construction Tips Before you begin any roof construction project, there are a few factors to consider. This is especially true for commercial flat roofs. Flat roofs are susce ...
The Importance of Ventilation and Insulation in Asphalt Shingles
Roofs need the right balance of both ventilation and insulation to work properly, especially with the type of weather we’ve been having in Vancouver the past couple of ears. In warmer weather, poorly ventilated roofs can result in hot attic spaces which c ...
The Importance Of Roof Repair
When you wake up after a particularly hard rainfall, the last thing you want to hear is the dripping sound of water leaking into a room from your roof. A roof is an often overlooked component of your home’s structure, even as it’s one of the most importan ...
Energy Efficient Roof: Most Economical Roofing Solutions
There are a lot of different roofing options these days but one of the more popular is an energy efficient roof. Whether you’re choosing a roof for a newly constructed home or looking to replace your old roof with more energy efficient roofing materials, ...
Is Solar Roofing Worth It?
Unfortunately, much of North American still runs on nuclear power, coal and other fossil fuels. If we could get a cleaner source of energy, for example solar power it would have a big impact on the environment. You’ve seen solar power roofs in the news, ...
How To Protect Your Roof From Pests
Many types of animals including birds, rats, insects and other pests can be a nightmare for homeowners, especially if they make your roof their home. They can have a significant negative impact on the quality and durability of your roof. Not only can thei ...