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The Homeowner’s Guide to Soffit

The Homeowner’s Guide to Soffit

Summary: Roof care involves tree trimming, inspection, and potential shingle or entire roof replacement, if necessary. Regularly cleaning and inspecting eavestroughs and downspouts can prevent water damage and structural issues. Checking and repairing home siding can...

Check Your Home for Wind Damage!

Check Your Home for Wind Damage!

Summary: Look for shingles, asphalt debris, eavestrough damage, soffit harm, and siding issues to assess wind impact from below. Without risking safety, check for shingles folding, bowing, or loosely attached, signaling potential future hazards. For thorough, safe...

How Much Snow Can a Roof Hold?

How Much Snow Can a Roof Hold?

Summary: National Research Council of Canada suggests a minimum roof snow load is 21 pounds/sq ft. Alberta's building codes suggest a minimum 22 pounds/sq ft, accounting for 4+ feet snow drifts. Ice buildup in Alberta poses a risk due to freeze/thaw cycles. Alberta...

Assessing Your Home for Damage After a Hail Storm

Assessing Your Home for Damage After a Hail Storm

Summary: Hail can cause damage to roofs, siding, and eavestrough. Homeowners should assess their eavestrough for physical damage, damaged downspouts, and clogged eavestroughing. Vinyl siding can peel, be removed, or have holes after a hail storm. Homeowners should...