Whether a roof is shingled in fiberglass or asphalt shingles, it will be subject to wear and tear over time in the climate of Vancouver Island. There will come the point when a homeowner has to replace the roof on their home.…
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The rain is here! The rain is here! Yes, as Vancouver Islanders take shelter in their warm and cozy homes from the torrential downpour this fall, questions quickly consume their minds; did I take the necessary precautions to prepare my roof for the wet…
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The proper flat roof drainage system can help a roof’s integrity. Flat roofs have a long history in North America, especially in regards to commercial construction. However, flat roofs depend greatly on proper drainage of rain and snowmelt to preserve their…
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Is one’s business or facility ready for the winter ahead? Hopefully, by now, every section of a roof has had a thorough inspection fall inspection. If not, there’s still some time to ensure clogged drains, scuppers, and other issues are cleared and in…
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Vancouver Island can have some cold winters that chill right down to the bone, as Robert Service would say. With that in mind, nothing is more inviting that settling in front of the flickering fireplace for a good read. However,…
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Maintaining a structurally sound roof is a major component in keeping your home safe and sound. Replacing an entire roof can be expensive and complex. Therefore, staying on top of smaller roof repairs, including replacing roof flashing, can prevent the need to…
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Living on the West Coast of Canada, we never go too long without a bit of rain. And with all this rain, we’re bound to discover a leak in our roof at some point. It may start out as a percolating drip,…
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Deciding on the right commercial roofing material to use is a primary step in protecting the structural integrity, longevity, and safety of the building. While choosing which type of roofing material may not be the most exciting part of building, it is…
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Life in the coastal wet zone brings with it all kinds of wonderful benefits. On the island we enjoy the mildest Canadian climate, live near the Pacific Ocean, and we have easy access to the great outdoors. Residing on the west coast…
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Even though we all live beneath it, depend on it to protect us from the outside elements, and sleep underneath it, we often forget about the roof over our heads. Yet, remembering to care for your roof on a regular…
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