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Roofing Contractors: How to Make Sure You Get a Great Deal

The roof that covers your home can mean the difference between your single biggest investment appreciating or depreciating in value. It doesn’t pay to skimp on the roof you live under but it doesn’t make sense to overpay for it either. With so many roofing companies willing to promise the moon, how do you get …

How Does Steel Roofing Compare to Other Roofing Materials

Steel roofing has been around for more than 100 years but it’s only recently that its outstanding value has finally begun to get the media attention it deserves. Still, in spite of the gains steel roofing has made in the public eye more traditional roofing materials like asphalt shingles, tile and even slate continue to …

Jobs: Service Coordinator

Service Coordinator Position The Service Coordinator is responsible for scheduling, planning, and coordinating service work with our customers and crews, as well as problem-solving repair requirements and the ability to put those plans into action. The Ideal Candidate will be highly organized with a customer service mindset. They will bring excellent organizational skills, the ability to multitask in …

Jobs: Crew Leaders, Roofing Apprentice, General Labour

– Crew Leaders (Starting at $20+/hr) Requirements: 3-5 years residential metal roofing experience Previous experience with supervision on job sites Valid Driver’s Licence Job site Safety and Fall-Arrest Certified Capable of consistent performance and leadership including safety enforcement and productivity Grade 12 or equivalent required Fluent in reading/writing English Requires physical exertion at heights Understanding of …

Mythbusters: We Clear Up Some of the Biggest Misconceptions About Steel Roofing

Ever since elementary school, we’ve witnessed the cycles of the rumour mill. Sometimes it was positive, and brought great tidings; that there would be pizza for lunch in the cafeteria, or that Friday was only a half-day. Sometimes it was negative, and quickly spun out of control; that Charlie failed an English test, or that …

Super Long Warranties: Our Roofing Contractors Tell You Why This is a Deal Clincher

When buying a smart phone, you’re given the option to purchase different insurance or protection plans. Two years coverage, which will allow you to purchase a new phone for $50 instead of the $300 plus it could cost you if you drop it in the sink. Some people invest in this, others hesitate- assuring themselves …

The Biggest Mistakes You Must Avoid When Investing in Metal Roofing

With any big investment, it pays to do your research. Knowing about common mistakes in advance can help save you time, money and stress- and each in large amounts. Take these clichés and multiply them by about a thousand when you begin to consider a metal roofing project. As installation can be expensive, materials can …

The Many Factors that Can Affect the Price that Roofing Contractors Quote for Metal Roofing

Homes come in a huge range of sizes, designs and styles. It is natural that people have different tastes and preferences. After all, the world would be a dull place if everyone liked the same things. With this in mind, it really is quite difficult to accurately predict or give an approximate quote for a …

Why Asphalt Shingles Simply Can’t Compete with Metal Roofing

For over a century, asphalt shingles have been the most popular choice for homeowners looking to replace an existing roof. Of course, an asphalt shingle roof has a number of benefits such as ease of installation, the range of colours available and the low installation price. However, compared to metal roofing, asphalt shingles are found …

Will Steel Roofing Make Your Home Hotter in the Summer? Of Course Not

One of the most important considerations discussed by many homeowners is the suitability of metal and steel roofing in warmer climates. The concerns are due to the common misconception that because the roof is constructed of metal, the sun and heat will cause homes to become unbearably hot during the summer months. Metal and steel …