Not all roofs in Calgary are equal, and not all roofing companies in our fair city are, either. We don’t like to brag, but we are pretty proud of our track record: happy clients, sturdy roofs, and an A+ rating with the Southern Alberta Better Business Bureau for nine years and counting. Ever since we… Read More…
General Roofing
Tenting, Blowoffs, and Other Common Calgary Roofing Problems
Leaks and moisture seepage are some of the most insidious roofing problems experienced by homeowners in Calgary and elsewhere, but those aren’t the only issues you can face from an improperly constructed or poorly maintained roof. Here are a few other issues you should be on the lookout for. Tenting Roofs are No Fun for… Read More…
Stucco siding and your roof replacement
Stucco is durable and reliable siding material. 90% of houses that have stucco will have areas where the roof meets the wall. In these locations there will be metal flashing, which we spoke about a couple weeks ago on our blog about the long term function of metal flashings on a Calgary roof installation. The approach to… Read More…
Calgary Roofing Tickets and Certifications
A good Calgary roof installation is about books, too Excellence is a continual pursuit, both on and off the roof. As a company of people eager for knowledge and life experience, we endeavour to keep our wits sharp and our business in the vanguard. Our busy season is ramping up and we have recently re-certified… Read More…
Inspecting Your Calgary Roof From the Inside
Roof leaks might start on the outside, but they’re almost always easier to spot on the inside, where moisture isn’t supposed to reach. Water seeping between shingles or under flashing might not leave immediate and obvious signs, but if the interior of your attic or crawlspace starts taking on water you’ll be able to see… Read More…
Long term function of metal flashings on a Calgary roof installation
Metal flashings on your Calgary roof No matter the product installed on your Calgary roof installation – asphalt, cedar, slate, steel, limestone – all of these products use galvanized flashing. Where the roof meets walls, skylights, & chimneys there is galvanized Step Flashing or Wall Flashing. Where two panels of a roof meet there is galvanized… Read More…
Calgary Roofs and Tall Trees Don't Mix
We love our trees for all sorts of reasons, but a tall tree too close to your roof could spell trouble. We’re not telling you to run out and grab a chainsaw, but consider the extra risks a tree can present to your Calgary roof and see if trimming back might be in order. Trees… Read More…
A Calgary Roof Installation in Edgemont
Pick the right Calgary Roofers This large bungalow in a sleepy corner of Edgemont in Calgary has seen two roof installations over the years. Built in 1979 when cedar shakes were cheap and plentiful, the roof weathered the years until 2010, when the previous occupants had decided to change it. We’re still not sure whether… Read More…
Can Critters Cause Damage to Your Calgary Roof?
Winter’s weather is now behind us, but summer’s just around the corner and the wildlife could pose a threat to your Calgary home and roof. Are you prepared to fend off the beasts and keep the top of your home in tip-top shape? Termites are Just the Start of Your Calgary Roof’s Potential Invaders Wind,… Read More…
A Calgary Roof Isn't Just Shingles
When we think of a Calgary Roof replacement the first thing that comes to mind is the roofing product itself. Be it shingles, shake, tile, or metal, the most important part of the process is picking your waterproofing material. Along with replacing the actual roofing material itself, we also replace all the flashings we can… Read More…