Stunning Cedar Shake Roofs

 

Cedar Roofing: Natural Beauty and Durability Wood Shakes: A Well-Rounded Investment First and foremost, cedar shingles are inarguably easy on the eyes. It’s difficult to compete with the natural look of adorning your home with sawn or split wood. Nevertheless, they wouldn’t be so widely used if their aesthetic appeal wasn’t backed up by their quality and versatility. Cedar shingles are inherently resistant to windy and severe weather, including hail, which is no small feat. Their natural wood fibers help absorb the impact of hail and also work to minimize freezing and thawing damage. Your cedar roof also functions as insulation, a naturally stronger thermal protectant than many other materials. Light weight, durable and energy efficient, not to mention a natural insect repellent compared to other woods, cedar shingles are all around structurally sound. Not only do they last a long time, but they age very well. Just as copper develops a patina over time, cedar roofing develops a distinguished silvery tone over the years. Cedar shakes are a more roughly hewn, rustic version of wood roofing. Cedar shake roofing tends to be thicker and look more three dimensional, whereas shingles are flatter, smoother and more refined. And while typical wooden roofing can deteriorate quickly, a cedar roof will last much longer as it is more resistant to mold and rot. It’s longevity is followed by pine shakes, another fairly resistant wood. The Art of Cedar Roof Maintenance Cedar shakes or shingles aren’t simply a commodity but an investment to look after with the proper care and roofing supplies. To optimize its lifespan and minimize roof maintenance costs, your cedar roof should be regularly repainted and resealed and check for cracked or split shingles. And while this may sound like too much work, we like to think of think of it not so much as a chore but instead as tending to a prized piece of wooden furniture—a piano or desk, for instance. It’s something that you need to keep in mind and check up on, but you wouldn’t dream of going without it. Wood: The Eco Friendly Shingle Roof Installation This may seem counterintuitive at first—if we are using up natural resources for our own purposes, aren’t we hurting rather than helping? In some countries, yes, but Canada boasts excellent deforestation regulations, and under legal obligation the annual harvests must be replanted. And it is much better to use an organic material, as the real issue these days is unnecessary and excessive waste. Wood will not be left sitting in a landfill many many years after the time comes for your roof replacement, it will naturally deteriorate. The Look without the Lumber If you’re a diehard wood fan, it’s tough to beat the substance and the look. But if you just like the look enough, but you’re not interested in this high-end material you can approximate it with certain styles of specialized asphalt shingles or architectural shingles. Timberline shingles, a leading North American manufacturer and one of our top Read More »

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50 Year Asphalt Roof Shingles

 

Asphalt Shingle Roofing Materials – Long-Time Favorite Asphalt shingles were first used at the turn of the 20th century, and since then have undergone a variety of tests, improvements and developments. Less costly than many other roofing shingles, including slate, wood or metal,they are also known for quick and easy shingle installation. This is partly because it’s one of the most common, widely used roofing materials-you can find. They are also lightweight, simple to fasten, and easier to work with overall than many other roofing materials. Asphalt roofing offers more than the run-of-the-mill product, and the variety often surprises homeowners. So give Halton Hills Roofing a Call for your own 50 Year Guaranteed Shingles at (905) 702-2306. Enhanced Variations of Asphalt Shingles Traditional or organic asphalt roof installations have a felt base underpayment, a waterproof shingle layer, and a layer of granules that reflect damaging ultraviolet rays. These are produced in single layer strips, with the appearance of entirely separate shingles. Fiberglass shingles have a fiberglass base mat, so they are stronger, lighter weight, and take less materials. While the organic asphalt shingle is still a popular choice—some like it for its durability and flexibility—fiberglass shingles have become quite popular. Their smaller amount of asphalt also makes them more environmentally friendly. Either of these options can come in 3-tab or Architectural Shingles. 3-tab are a more simple design while architectural are thicker, more dimensional, and often last longer and so come with longer manufacturer warranties. More Visual than you Might Think Architectural shingles are a more stylish and slightly different design. Unlike their flat 3-tab counterpart, architectural shingles are produced in thicker layers to give them the desired three-dimensional effect. The bottom section of each shingle has an extra laminated layer of asphalt, giving it the contoured, more dynamic look that it’s named for. Architectural shingles aren’t the only visually appealing type of asphalt shingle. As technology and design has developed and branched out, many convincingly imitate the look of wood, slate or tile. You have a wide variety of colors and textures to choose from with the familiar maintenance and low cost of asphalt shingle installation. Reliable Roofing Lifespan Asphalt shingles typically last from about one and a half to three decades, depending on your climate. Extreme heat spikes, for instance, tend to curl and wear them down a little more quickly. In colder climates, maintenance and cleaning has a lot to do with it. It’s beneficial if you’re able to prevent snow buildup and ice dams. Any roofing shingles have their particular susceptibilities to the elements, and this material has been around so long that there really are no more surprises. We can help you make sure your shingle installation is for your house’s architecture, your local environment and your climate. Any reasonable homeowner wants lifetime shingles for their house and- while there are no hard and fast guarantees- whatever shingle roof you go with we will be sure you have a great warranty to cover both our installation job Read More »

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Georgetown Roofers

 

Roofing in Georgetown, Our Home Halton Hills Roofers: Literally your Neighbours For over two decades, our roofing contractors have proudly provided continuous, high quality roof installation, repair and maintenance to our own in Halton Hills, Old and New Georgetown as well as the surrounding areas and neighbourhoods. Georgetown roofs and gutters have been our mission from the inception of our business, and continue to be, especially with our recent increases in commercial businesses. Whether you’ve got a new or old building, Halton Hills roofers are dedicated to helping you maintain your image and protect your exterior and interior. Give us a Call at (905) 702-2306. Unique Georgetown Roofs and Buildings New and Old Georgetown have developed their own claims to identity, through a variety of ways including their incorporation of trails, skate parks and other recreational activities and industries. Especially since it’s a richly historic community, architecture and the visual appeals of houses and buildings play an important role in helping maintain a sense of community and cohesion. Toronto architect E. J. Lennox, for instance, has two distinguished buildings in Georgetown, Berwick Hall and Georgetown High School. Part of maintaining this historic sensibility and aesthetic is, of course, taking care of the buildings themselves. That’s why roofing Georgetown has always been something we take personally. The homes, museums, galleries, schools and local businesses of Halton Hills are literally in our backyard, and we have a strong sense of responsibility in taking care of our local residents and fellow business owners. We consider all Georgetown roofs to be the roofs over our neighbours’ heads, as well as their families’, and we are proud to be a part of this beautiful community. Roofing Georgetown, Old and New Asphalt shingles continue to be one of our most commonly purchased products, and not without reason. Our roofing contractors are certified experts in installing asphalt shingles on houses, old and new. Due to their popularity, asphalt shingles are almost always readily available. They are easy and one of the most inexpensive to install, and after they give you a good decade or two, you can either recycle the old shingles or sometimes just put a brand new roof right over top of it, depending on the materials you’re using next. And there is plenty of variety within asphalt shingles, including the traditional 3-tab shingle, fiberglass, and architectural shingles. Architectural shingles are a more dynamically designed and durable roofing material. They are made out of a fiberglass base with mineral granules put into waterproof asphalt. Their layout and individual shingle design creates a more visually exciting, layered look, more dramatic than your typical 3-tab shingle (which is why they are sometimes called “dimensional shingles”). Whatever selection you go with, we are confident you will find something that matches and beautifully accentuates a new modern home as well as a historic, brick home. We look forward to helping renovate your home, roofing Milton, roofing in Oakville, Georgetown, other neighbourhood cities for years to come, with the same Read More »

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Industrial Flat Roofs

 

Commercial Roofing Experts Decades of Experience Building Industrial Roofs Our roofs for commercial businesses and industrial buildings have stood the test of time. As a roofing contractor that is able to offer you 25 years of successful building experience, we are able to offer you iron-clad extensive warranties on both manufacturer materials and labour. Our seasoned professional team, top suppliers, and our great warranty program make us stand out; plus our work is fully guaranteed! At Halton Hills we place customer satisfaction in extremely high regard, and so you can expect excellent service from the moment you call for your free roof estimate to the immaculate clean-up job we do of any construction debris after your beautiful new roof is finished. We will offer you, not only a free roof estimate, but also a free roof inspection and complimentary design consultation. All without any commitment, and before you spend a single dime with us! This is because we want to make certain that our clients get what they want, and understand all their roofing needs. So give us a call at (905) 702-2306 and our team will put our over 2 decades of expertise towards your flat roof. Superior Technology Options Our Industrial Flat Roofs use cutting edge, highly durable flat roofing products. This makes sure that you get the best price on enduring quality, care for the building, and socially and economically responsible energy conservation. TPO: Thermoplastic Polyolefin is a single-ply membrane roofing style that offers higher durability than Built up tar and gravel style roofs. We can offer you high quality White TPO that will last much longer than your typical flat roof. The white colour will also create much better thermal control for your building, lowering your cooling and heating costs. Single-ply membrane roofs have higher upfront costs when compared to tar and gravel, but they have longer lifespans and repairs are much easier and less expensive should they be required. In the long term, a single-ply membrane option is generally the way to go. Simply contact us for your free appraisal and estimate. We have your commercial roofing, residential roofing, and roofing repairs covered! Call us at (905) 702-2306 or fill out the form to contact us!

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