May162011
Why You Should Hire a Local Roofing Company in Vancouver
When you're ready to pull the trigger on a new roofing project for your home, you need to be sure you've got an excellent contractor in order to prevent disastrous problems down the road. While you may be tempted to hire a big-name roofing company in another city to try to get a better deal on your project, here are some of the reasons we believe hiring a local roofing contractor is a better decision.
Personalized attention. It's true: bigger isn't always better, especially when it comes to large contractin
May102011
Spring Maintenance Tips for Your Richmond Roof
Now that milder weather is here, it's a good time to check your roof for any damage that may have occurred over the winter months. Here are some items to include in your do-it-yourself spring roof maintenance checklist.
- Carefully inspect your shingles. Most roof damage is not easily visible from the ground, so get out a ladder and perform a close inspection of your shingles. Should you find shingles that are buckling, curling or missing, you will need to have them repaired or replaced to avoid l
May032011
Shingles: Frontline Defense for Your BC Roof
Protecting your home from British Columbia's often harsh weather is the primary job of your roof. In order to do that job properly, your Richmond roof is composed of a complex system of interlocking components that must all work together to create a powerful barrier against rain, snow, ice and wind. And one important component stands on the front line of the battle to kee
Apr272011
Sheathing: Leave it to Experienced Richmond Roofers
Last week we discussed the basics of roof underlayment, so now we'd like to take a look at what's UNDER that underlayment. At the base of every roof system is sheathing, also referred to as decking. This layer lies between the primary structural components of your home (the trusses and joints) and the weatherproofing materials of yo
Apr202011
Underlayment: The Foundation of BC Roofing
This week we're taking a closer look at the basics of roof underlayment, how it functions and various types. Traditional shingles allow for lots of gaps or seams in a roof covering, which means there must be a secondary layer of protection between the roofing material and the structure of your home. This is especially important in rainy climates like