Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

Spring To-Do List for Roof Maintenance & Inspection

February 5, 2019

With spring just around the corner, roofing companies believe that this is the right time to think about roof maintenance and inspections including cleaning eaves. Winter leads to fluctuating temperatures and varying precipitation which can create problems. It is crucial to identify and fix these issues to ensure your roof is ready to stand up…
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Springtime Roof Repair and Maintenance

January 17, 2019

Roof repairs and maintenance routines must incorporate the seasonal changes. This is because roofing problems vary with the climatic conditions. The cold winter weather causes issues such as: Snow buildup and accumulation of ice on the roof Leaks around flashings Ice dams forming inside the gutters and at the edge of your roof Broken and cracked…
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Four Ways to Help Your New Roof Last Longer

January 10, 2019

Whether you are looking for a roof replacement or installing a new roof for the first time, it is a substantial investment requiring research before finalizing the details and essential roofing aspects. This is why you must understand how to ensure that it lasts as long as possible. Ways to Make Sure Your New Roof Lasts…
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How to Identify and Fix Common Winter Roofing Problems

January 5, 2019

Winters in Canada can be extreme with the drops in temperature, heavy snowfalls and blizzards. This makes it essential to prepare your house, especially the roof, to withstand the cold climate. To help you be better prepared to deal with the potential damage that can happen to your roof, it helps to know what problems…
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10 Signs that Your Attic is Poorly Insulated

December 17, 2018

While there is a general awareness about the space that exists between the underside of the roof and the ceiling of the upper floor, it is possible that many homeowners have never opened the access panel to their attic, increasing the likelihood of them being unaware of the condition of their attic insulation. When you…
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Roof Maintenance: Winterizing Your Roof to Protect from Snow & Ice

December 5, 2018

Winter roof maintenance is the best way to be prepared for the declining temperature and freezing conditions. When performing maintenance for the winter, be sure to utilize the proper attic insulation and roof ventilation systems. Why Should You Insulate & Ventilate Your Roof? Both of these aspects are essential to prepare your roofing system for…
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How Roofing Services Can Help You Maximize ROI

November 17, 2018

Calling a roofer to get a new roof installed or to get a replacement may prove to be expensive which is why it must be designed to hold its value over time. In order to get maximum benefit out of this investment, you must understand how to increase its value. How to Choose Your Roofing…
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What to Do if You Have a Roofing Emergency in the Winter

November 10, 2018

No matter how strong and reliable you think your roof is, you could end up requiring emergency roofing services. It can happen in the cold months frequently due to high winds and hailstorms. First, let us take a look at the common roofing problems that occur in the winter: Shingle Damage Harsh winter weather can…
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Things to Consider When Installing Roof Shingles in Winter

November 5, 2018

Although it is widely known that all types of roofing activities must be completed before the onset of fall, you may often end up with situations requiring emergency roof repair in winter. When you wish to undertake shingle roofing tasks in the cold, winter weather, you need to analyze various essential aspects. 3 Things to…
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Common Questions About Roof Repair & Windstorms

October 17, 2018

If you live in an area that is prone to high winds and windstorms, you may have experienced a loss of shingles and had to have called for roof repair services. To help make things easier for you, we have listed the following commonly asked questions regarding shingle damage due to storms: What Can I…
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