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Storm-Damaged Eavestrough Repair in Toronto

July 5, 2017

Eavestrough Inspection, Cleaning, and Repair Can Guard against Storm Damage An effectively functioning roof is indispensable to protecting families and their personal possessions from the seasonal extremes of Toronto’s weather; in many respects, a roof acts as a shield against these elements, ensuring the family’s comfort and safety while holding at bay any high winds,…
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Precautionary Steps to Avoid Wind Damage to Shingle Roofs

June 5, 2017

Taking Precautions with Shingled Roofs to Avoid Damage During Wind Storms For those so inclined, a casual walk or drive through virtually any Toronto neighbourhood would quickly affirm that asphalt shingles are the most common type of roofing material used in residential construction. Notwithstanding the ages or styles of those homes, it is quite likely…
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Examining the Composition and Function of Fascia Board

May 5, 2017

Fascia is Available in Various Types of Material and It Serves Several Functions It would not be surprising if a significant number of homeowners could not identify which area of their home contained the fascia; some might believe that it must be somewhere on the front of the house (because the word sounds like face…
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The Advantages of Flat Roofing for Commercial Properties

March 10, 2017

There Are Several Benefits to Installing Flat Roofing on Commercial Buildings Understandably, the exterior of a commercial property receives a considerable amount of attention with respect to its appearance; the types of materials used, colour schemes, landscaping, and signage all play important roles in generating curb appeal and inviting customers to utilize the products or…
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The Role of Soffits in Your Roof System and Their Importance to Your Home

March 5, 2017

The Importance and Benefits of Well-Maintained Soffit for Your Home When the topic of conversation turns to roofing, a majority of homeowners could not be faulted if the discussion focused primarily on the type of roofing material (usually asphalt shingles) and the eavestroughs. In all probability, this is likely due to the fact that most people…
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Copper Roofing and Its Effect on Curb Appeal

February 10, 2017

There Are Many Reasons to Consider Copper Roofing or Features for Your Home Homeowners looking to enhance the curb appeal of their property, and perhaps increase the value of their home, may instinctively consider such improvements as updating their doors and windows, re-landscaping the front yard, replacing the wooden garage door, or reconfiguring the steps…
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Signs Pointing to the Need for a Roof Replacement

February 5, 2017

Homeowners Might Need a Roof Replacement Prior to an Apparent Roof Leak Many homeowners can likely recall scenes from movies or television programs in which a person or family is sitting among numerous buckets distributed about the floor while the sounds of dripping water are heard in the background. Such a scene is customarily used…
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What Information Should Homeowners Expect to See in a Roofing Quote?

January 10, 2017

It would not be surprising if many homeowners could recount the details of a situation in which they, or a family member or friend, had to pay more than expected for a particular contractor service. These cases tend to have a lasting and negative effect, because that person had budgeted for a specific amount but…
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Hiring a Roofing Contractor Requires an Investment of Time and Research

January 5, 2017

For a majority of homeowners, it is very likely that contact information for a local roofing contractor is not stored in their mobile phone directory or on a business card being held by a fridge magnet. This may be due to the fact a need for roof repairs or replacement may only arise once or…
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High Winds Can Cause Serious Damage to the Roofs of GTA Homes

December 10, 2016

Several Underlying Factors Can Lead to Roof Damage by High Winds in Toronto Many homeowners throughout Toronto and the GTA have likely seen news footage of the tropical storms that have devastated communities along the Florida coastline and in the island nations of the Caribbean. The extraordinarily powerful winds of these storms have flattened homes,…
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