Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

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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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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The Importance of Having Snow Removed from Your Roof

December 5, 2016

Snow Removal from a Roof Can Avoid Major Structural Issues and Repair Costs When depicting winter scenes, or perhaps the festive season, many graphic designers or artists will include a home that is decorated with coloured lights hanging from the eaves, wreaths adorning doors and windows, a snowman on the lawn, and perhaps some smoke…
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Clean Your Gutters Before the Harsh Winter Weather Arrives

November 5, 2016

Reasons to Hire a Professional Eavestrough Cleaning Service before the Winter For the most part, eavestroughing or gutters will operate as expected with no prompting from a homeowner; they merely collect water from the roof of a home and carry it away from the exterior walls and foundation on an as-needed basis year-round, regardless of…
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3 Ways Your Roof Can Help You Save Money or Add Value to Your Home

June 15, 2016

Even though your roof is your houses crowning glory, it is strange how it is completely forgotten about unless something goes wrong with it. This started me thinking about how useful your roof actually is to your home; apart from keeping the elements out that is. Here I have listed some ways that people can…
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