As Ottawa Roofing Contractors we are often asked how long will Architectural shingles last. A question we answer with honesty. We have seen Architectural shingles installed nearly 2 decades ago. These shingles using first generation of fiber glass technology are still looking to be in good shape. That leaves us confident in telling home owners…

If your home needs new siding, Start Planning NOW Siding or cladding protects your home from the elements — especially precipitation — making it less vulnerable to mold, rot, and all their related issues. GET FREE ESTIMATION NOW! When it comes to materials, the three leading contenders are usually aluminum, vinyl, and fiber cement board.…

Whether you’re hiring a pro or doing it yourself, it’s important to know the parts of your roof. An exterior soffit is located on the span beneath the rafter tails, while the fascia is the exposed horizontal band you see at the end of the rafters. These architectural elements found along the eave area do…

You probably don’t spend your days thinking about the health of your gutters. If you’re like most people, you don’t think about them at all! Unless, of course, something goes wrong. So why are gutters so important, and why should you pay attention to them? Gutters serve one main purpose; to channel water away from…

New Roof or Roof Repair? To repair or reroof? That is the question… Keeping a roof over your head can be tough enough, but if yours has been damaged or is simply getting old, deciding whether to repair or replace it opens up a whole new can of worms. How do you know when it’s time to…