When you need a new roof installed, it’s important to choose the right material. Metal roofs offer certain benefits that can enhance your home. However, you should also weigh the potential disadvantages of this type of roof before making your decision. If you’ve been considering working with metal roofing contractors for your roof installation, keep… Continue reading
Vinyl siding looks great and adds curb appeal to your home. But it isn’t just about keeping your house nice for the neighbors, it’s also important for practical protective reasons. Siding also protects your house from the elements and keeps out pests. Siding today is highly durable, mildew resistant and insect-proof. While wood siding used… Continue reading
Your roof keeps your home or building well-protected from wind, storms and other elements, so that your interior stays safe and dry. To make sure that your roof is able to keep protecting your interior, it’s important to have it inspected from time to time. How often should you plan on scheduling roof inspections with… Continue reading
Are you looking for a traditional, timeless look for the exterior of your home, a look that harkens back to the simpler days of the 19th century, but with modern durability and minimal maintenance? Board and batten siding might just be the product you’re looking for. This type of siding is not only attractive, but… Continue reading
Is your flat roof showing signs of aging? Some of the common causes of damage to roofing include storms and impact. If you notice damages or the aging of your roof, you may be wondering whether to seek repairs or replacement services. When evaluating whether to do some repairs or replacing your entire roof, you… Continue reading
Wood siding is losing its popularity as an essential in homebuilding. The main reason for this is that it does not provide value compared to other available siding options in the market. Back in the day, wood siding was the preferred choice because of its reliability, availability, and durability. However, these days we’ve developed higher… Continue reading
A flat roof can typically last for a decade or more as long as it’s kept in good condition. Over the years, your flat roof can develop problems that require repairs, which should be done as soon as possible. In addition to timeliness, it’s also important to ensure that these repairs are handled properly. The… Continue reading
The purpose of house siding is for: Decorative purposes To protect it from the weather elements and provide insulation It also keeps unwanted pests and foreign debris from entering your home If you have aged or damaged siding, your home may not be receiving the protection that it needs. Ugly worn-out siding in the front… Continue reading
Ontario homeowners learn quickly that having the right amount of high-quality attic insulation is a must during the long winter season. It helps the home retain as much heat as possible while taking some stress off the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Proper insulation is just as important during the summer when you… Continue reading
A flat roof is never simply a flat roof. To begin with, it must always have a slight pitch to avoid the pooling and leaking of water. Second, not all flat roofs are constructed of the same materials. Aside from correcting any problems with pitch, the first step in choosing a new flat roof, or… Continue reading
A snow-covered roof with icicles draped all along the edges looks charming in the dead of winter, but there is nothing charming about a rooftop ice dam and the extra problems these winter issues can bring. Take a look at what you need to know about ice damming and snow removal. A Closer Look at… Continue reading
Although it is well known that heat rises, attic insulation problems tend to escape detection time and time again. When homes seem to lose their heat faster than the furnace can produce it, many seem to look at the insulation in the walls or the heating system itself for a sign of a problem. And… Continue reading
