The Lower Mainland and other parts of the province have experienced extreme rainfall in the past 24 hours. Since it’s November, you know there’s more rainstorms on the way. While it’s dry and sunny today, inspect the gutters and downspouts… Read More »
Hiring a home inspector before purchasing your dream home, putting your house up for sale, or before embarking on major renovations is a smart way to protect your investment. What if you used a typical home inspection checklist to identify… Read More »
Even though they are an integral part of the roofing system, soffit and fascia can be overlooked as part of a home maintenance routine. Just like gutters, soffit boards and fascia panels are designed to prevent water damage, so it’s… Read More »
As fundamental parts of the roofing system, soffit and fascia seal off the overhang of a roof and the ends of the rafters from the elements, preventing rain, wind, and snow entering your home. They are exterior finishing elements that… Read More »
The roof protects your home from the elements every day, year-round, including all of the other systems that make up the home’s exterior. While roofing shingles are the most visible, other parts of the roof such as the underlayment, sheathing,… Read More »
If you find something wrong with the gutter system, the most common reaction is to fix the problem. You don’t want to buy new gutters if you don’t have to. While it might seem to be the most cost-efficient solution,… Read More »
Winter can be hard on your home’s exterior. Now that temperatures are warming up and the rain is taking a break, inspect the outside of your house. Spring is the perfect time to inspect the roof, gutters, and siding. Finding… Read More »
A roof overhang typically extends the roof approximately two feet out and away from exterior walls. This is to ensure that the gutters attached to the fascia can catch the water as it drains off the roofing shingles without running… Read More »
Gutters play an essential role in protecting the structural integrity of your home. A well-maintained gutter system is vitally important in ensuring that rainwater will be effectively drained away from the foundation. While it’s logical to expect water to flow… Read More »
Soffit is installed underneath the overhang of the roofline. Part of the roofing system, soffit and fascia define the overall appearance of the roof (aesthetics) while protecting your home from water damage (functionality). To ensure that it is able to… Read More »
