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Waterproof Barrier: What it is and Why it is Needed

It only takes research and asking around to discover that most people barely know about waterproof barriers. You often see people asking questions like, what does it mean? What does it do? Why do you…

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What Is Roof Insurance In BC?

Homes in British Columbia usually have insurance covering their home against material and labor-related construction flaws. Most times, the insurance also covers structural flaws in the building and, of course, flaws associated with roofing. Generally, British…

What Should You do if Your New Roof Leaks?

Unexpected And Long-Term Dangers of Roof Leaks

As a house owner, on the long list of household problems you are likely to experience, roof leakage ranks probably the highest. Roof leakage is a common household problem that, at some point, many of…

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How to Increase the Lifespan of Your Roof

Since the roof is a part of the house we don’t often pay any attention to, we may forget it’s even there. However, it is an essential part of the structure of the home and…

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How to Prevent Ice Dams & Roof Leaks this Winter

Winter is now well and truly here in the Victoria area, and with it comes plenty of rain, wind and snow that can wreak havoc on old or improperly maintained roof. We highly recommend that…

How to Keep Your Home Warm This Winter

At Shoreline Roofing we strongly recommend making sure your roof is properly insulated before the real cold weather hits us here on Vancouver Island. Well-insulated roofs increase energy efficiency and save you money on heating…

Safely Removing Snow from your Roof

Although Vancouver Island is more known for rain than it is for snow, winter storms can still blanket all parts of the Island in heavy snow from November onwards. Even relatively light snowfalls can pose…

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How to Safely Clean a Metal Roof

There are different ways to clean different types of roofing material, but metal roofing is a specific kind of metal that has to be cleaned very carefully.  It relies on special techniques and tools because…

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Benefits of Installing a Metal Roof on Your Home

This corner of Vancouver Island has gained a well-deserved reputation as a wonderful place to live and work. With mild, occasionally snow-free winters and sunlit summers, many people are drawn to live and work here…

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Importance of De-Mossing Your Roof

De-mossing is a simple process. But it’s one that shouldn’t be overlooked, especially if you have seen the damage moss can cause on your roof. As the weather gets warmer this summer, there’s one thing…