A: Generally, roofs should be maintained consistently over time but often, homeowners neglect their roofing systems until it starts to leak, or other serious damage occurs. Things such as cracked, warped or missing shingles, large amounts of granules in the gutter or loose seams, broken flashing signify that it’s time to call a roofing contractor.

A: Roofs generally last 20 years or more. Localized issues can often be repaired if the rest of the roof has life remaining but when universal issues become evident a full replacement may be more practical. When your roof approaches the end of its useful like is important to watch, and periodically inspect the attic for signs of failure. Water ingress can damage rafters, plywood sheathing, ceilings, walls and more causing extensive structural damage. Its always best to replace your roof before these issues begin so proactively replacing your roof near the end of its life-cycle is recommended… rather than waiting for ingress to occur.

A: It really depends. If the leak is caused by a faulty material in a small section of the roof, then you most likely only need to repair the source of the leak. If, however, the entire roofing system was improperly installed or is built from faulty materials, then a new roof may be necessary.

A: Most roof systems will last 20 years or more. Many factors determine the life of a roof such as environmental conditions, proper installation & design, quality of materials, and proper maintenance and repairs.

A: Factors such as the size of your roof, the weather and season, the size of roofing crew and unforeseen issues can all play into the time it takes to complete. A small uncomplicated roof may take only a few days whereas a large complicated roof with a number of issues may take several weeks. You can discuss with your roofing contractor in the assessment stage of the process, how long it may take.

A: No two roofing projects are exactly the same, and there are a wide variety of products and options that affect the scope of work and overall cost of a new roof system. If one estimate was much lower than others, and it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Be wary of fly-by-night contractors who are often uninsured and perform substandard work.

A: Vents help to circulate the air in the attic, help plywood on your roof breath and helps remove condensation from the attic.

A: Yes, heavy snow should be cleared away from ridge vents and eavesdrops.

A: Yes, roofers can install shingles at any time of the year.

A: Having a roof maintenance plan in place can help you avoid costly repairs or premature roof replacements. By cleaning gutters and drains, clearing heavy snow, clearing leaves and debris with a leaf blower, having the roof inspected and being on the lookout for loose or missing nails can all help.

A: We recommend cleaning your gutters once in the summer and twice in the fall.

A: Yes. We carry $2 million in coverage, including hot works, which provides protection for torch-on installation and other larger commercial projects.

A: Sometimes while a project is under way, certain problems that we not evident during the initial inspection may be discovered which may or may not require repair. When these circumstances arise, customers are informed and a decision is made moving forward.

A: No, we make it possible to achieve most if not all our work outside. However, sometimes it may be necessary to have access to the inside in which case we will make arrangements with you.

A: Yes, this is part of the proactive approach that we include in our work to ensure that your property is always protected and respected.

A: We provide 2, 5, 10, and 12-year labour warranties depending on the project specifications. Most of the products we install come with a manufacturer warranty as well.

A: Visa, Mastercard, cheques, e-transfers and cash.

A: Even though both have an asphalt exterior, the difference between the two lies in the base. Fiberglass shingles have a fiberglass mat, while asphalt shingles have a organic mat made from a wood products.

A: Although we don’t recommend it, it can be done. However, it’s better to start from scratch as the layer underneath may have some damage. It also increases the weight on top of the structure which could compromise the stability.

A: Yes, but under rare circumstances when electricity is not readily available, we can arrange to have a generator. This detail should be discussed in advance to avoid costly delays.

A: Yes, but under rare circumstances when electricity is not readily available, we can arrange to have a generator. This detail should be discussed in advance to avoid costly delays.

A: When a roof leaks, it usually doesn’t take long for water ingress to make its known. Water stains or discoloration can form on ceilings, walls, soffits and other interior and interior structures. Slow leak may not be as evident but are just as likely to cause irreversible damage. If you notice any of the above, we recommend contacting a roofing contractor immediately.

A: When a roof leaks, it usually doesn’t take long for water ingress to make its known. Water stains or discoloration can form on ceilings, walls, soffits and other interior and interior structures. Slow leak may not be as evident but are just as likely to cause irreversible damage. If you notice any of the above, we recommend contacting a roofing contractor immediately.

A: There could be various reasons for this but usually occurs when the leading edge of the shingles doesn’t overhang enough into the gutter. Blockages in the gutter system may cause this as well.

A: Most roof systems have various options and price points, so it’s really up to you which shingle meets your needs and budget. We will discuss options with you to come up with a choice for you.

A: Before we begin a job, we will discuss things that we may need you to do in advance. Sometimes it’s just a matter of clearing driveway access or making sure that valuable items are put away so that we don’t damage them.

A: Although this is very rare, at times this can happen for a variety of reasons. However, if your roof is leaking after a new installation, please notify us ASAP so that we can address the situation and repair it.

A: Various factors need to be accessed in determining a full roof replacement. Sometimes a roof leak can be repaired, and a full roof replacement delayed for a later date.

A: The best time to replace a new roof is during dry weather conditions typically in the summer; however, we work year-round and coordinate each step of a project based on the weather conditions of each season.