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6 COMMON WINTER ROOFING ISSUESWinter weather is especially hard on your roof. The snow and ice and the freezing and thawing can create several problems that may lead to costly roofing repairs if not adequately addressed. Here are six common problems your roof may face...

How to Hang Christmas Lights on a Shingle Roof Disclaimer: Do not attempt to hang Christmas lights when snow or ice is visible on the ground or on the roof, or during wet weather conditions. It is incumbent upon the homeowner, to follow all building codes and safety...

When To Fix Your Roof There will come a time when a roof repair in Thunder Bay is an absolute necessity. Roof repairs can be a costly expense if you let them linger, so getting out front of the problem upon discovery is the best way to solve the problem in its...

HALLOWEEN ROOF DECORATING SAFETY TIPS PLANNING TO DECORATE YOUR ROOF THIS HALLOWEEN? IF SO, YOU NEED TO BE CAREFUL ABOUT HOW YOU APPROACH THE PROJECT. ROOF DECORATING INJURIES ARE COMMON AROUND HALLOWEEN AND CHRISTMAS, AND MOST OF THEM CAN BE AVOIDED WITH SOME SIMPLE...

Roof Maintenance in the Fall SeasonTemperatures are cooling off and that means football, pumpkin lattes, and long weekends spent nestled indoors relaxing. Not so fast. As the first leaves of autumn begin to fall, you’ll need to plan ahead for roof maintenance before...

Is It Better To Paint Or Replace Aluminum Siding And Capping?It is an age-old question and should be considered carefully when you are trying to decide how to refurbish your aluminum siding. Aluminum has been a solid choice for window capping since the 1940s and stood...

Which Is The Best Type Of Window Capping?When we think of window capping or garage door capping, the first material that comes to mind is aluminum capping to do the job. But let’s remember a few things about capping windows and garages. The material will affect the...

DO I NEED A NEW ROOF? Sometimes a roof can naturally reach the end of its useful life without experiencing a roof failure. It just looks old and worn, and you are doing preventive maintenance on your home. If replacing an old roof is delayed, however, it could result...

HOMEOWNER OR CONTRACTOR: WHO PICKS THE ROOF COLOUR? Homeowner Question: Since I’m not an expert in roofing, how much should I rely on my roofing contractor to help pick the colour for my roof?  Our Answer: Your roofing contractor plays a very important role in your...