Should Your Flat Roof Be Sloped? That is a question that comes up from time to time. Building owners often find water pooling on the roof, or it is draining in the wrong direction. This is not caused by poor workmanship when the roof was installed; instead it happens with some roofs. A flat roof, over time, can develop sagging in the middle areas or the building itself may settle Read More
How to Protect Your Roof There are several ways to extend the life of your roof, and keeping it properly protected is very important. Instead of spending countless dollars on constant repairs and replacements there are a few things that you can do yourself to keep your roof in good shape for as long as possible. Eventually you will need to replace your roof, or have it repaired by a Read More
What are the tell-tale signs there is a problem? Short of the obvious waterfall coming from your ceiling, or worse, a piece of your ceiling on the floor, what are the signs there is a problem with your roof that needs your attention? Most people don’t give their roof a second look when they go outside. It is the most overlooked structure on a building. It is also one of Read More
The recent snow and ice storms we have may mean you can have some fun with that new snowmobile you purchased last spring, but they take their toll on your roof. Snow build-up on your roof is common this time of year. It is to be expected. However, when we have large accumulations of snow like we have had recently; special attention to your roof is needed. A roof, no Read More
Finding the Right Contractor Being pro-active with your roof is far better than rushing to find a contractor when there is a leak. Roofing contractors in Burlington, Mississauga, Oakville and Brampton are plentiful but finding the best one for your particular roof can be a challenge. There are so many types of roofs, and materials differ so widely, it can be frustrating to know who to call and what exactly Read More
If you look around at the various types of low-sloped roofs, you will find a wide variety of types depending upon the type of roof, its location, and various other factors. In Burlington, Mississauga, and Oakville, Modified Bitumen is a widely used product for roofs by many roofing contractors. Modified Bitumen roofing systems are composed of five different components which the roofing contractor can assemble in various combinations. The layers Read More
Winter Storms and Your Roof Winter storms account for a large percentage of damage on a flat roof. When it comes to flat roof repair in Burlington, Oakville, or Mississauga, the number-one type of damage seen are leaks due to failed flashing or a seam that has lifted. When we have weather like we have been getting, with large amounts of snow and ice accumulating on the roof, the building Read More
6 Reasons Your Roof Needs Replacing Eventually your roof is going to need to be replaced. More and more is being done to extend the life of a buildings roof, and the technology has come a far way, but nothing lasts forever. While a repair job is sometimes the right choice, there are six main ways to tell if your roof needs replacing. Your roof is buckling There is major Read More
Should I Repair or Replace My Roof? No matter if you own a house or a building, there is a roof over your head that will require you to make decisions about its maintenance and upkeep. Making the correct decisions about repair or replacement will give you peace of mind and save you money. Making the wrong decisions mean you will waste hard-earned money that could be spent elsewhere on Read More
When you think of roofs, chances are you believe the only way they could be warm or cold is in the summer or winter. The truth is, flat roofs come in two different configurations depending on how the architect designed it. The difference between the two types of roofs is rather simple when you look at it, however, the initial cost of construction and the overall cost savings between the Read More