Our Roofing Blog

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

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

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

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

Last week we briefly covered some of the most important components of every Richmond roof. This week I would like to take a closer look at flashing, why it's important and how you can ensure it prolongs the life of your roof. The roof of any residential home has one overall purpose: to protect against the elements. Of all those elements, rainfall is the hardest to control and can be the most damaging over time (think mold growth and wood rot). When properly installed, roof flashing acts as a last line of defense against w