Toiture Saint-GeorgesThe roof protects the inhabitants of the house. It allows them to remain sheltered from bad weather. This is no secret. However, it is more often forgotten that the roof also protects what is for most of us the biggest investment of our lives. In fact, a roof in good condition ensures that the structure of the house is also protected from the whims of Mother Nature.
That's why when it comes to re-roofing, it's essential to hire an experienced roofer. Although replacing your roof is not the most exciting type of work, it is essential to entrust your roofing to an experienced contractor such as Toiture Saint-Georges. We will meet with you to evaluate your needs and provide you with a free quote. Call us at 1-866-484-3973 or fill out the form on this page. |
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Roofer
Roofing often means long work days. Since your roofing needs to be done when it's not raining, it's not uncommon for workers to have to work in the hot sun. This means that this construction trade is not for everyone. If you've ever seen the Toiture Saint-Georges team at work, you've seen that our employees sometimes have to move bundles of asphalt shingles at arm's length. This is a very physically demanding job.
It is mainly for these reasons that some of our customers, even though they have the knowledge to carry out the covering of their roof, still entrust us with the execution of the work. In addition to the reasons mentioned above, we must not forget that this work inevitably requires working at height. If you are not used to it, the risk of falling is higher. If you are afraid of heights, you will simply not be able to spend more than 5 minutes on the gable without having the irresistible urge to come down to earth! Entrust your roofing work to a professional roofer and avoid many worries.
It is mainly for these reasons that some of our customers, even though they have the knowledge to carry out the covering of their roof, still entrust us with the execution of the work. In addition to the reasons mentioned above, we must not forget that this work inevitably requires working at height. If you are not used to it, the risk of falling is higher. If you are afraid of heights, you will simply not be able to spend more than 5 minutes on the gable without having the irresistible urge to come down to earth! Entrust your roofing work to a professional roofer and avoid many worries.
Roof
The roof of your home protects you from the outside elements. A roof in good condition is the key to not falling victim to a water leak. There are several types of roofs. The four main ones are: the lean-to roof, the hip roof, the gable roof and finally the gambrel roof. We are able to work on any of these types of roofs, and many others.
But what exactly is a roof? Here are the main elements that make up your roof.
Asphalt shingles. They are only the visible part of your roof. Under the shingles is the decking. The decking is the set of plywood panels on which the shingles will be fixed.
To ensure that the decking is not damaged by water in case of a leak, Toiture Saint-Georges will install a layer called the eave protector, which is also called the eave membrane or starter strip. This is installed around your roof.
If necessary, drip edges will also be replaced. A drip edge is the metal sheet installed on the edge of the roof that is used to direct water to the gutters.
A vapour barrier, also known as an underlayment, will be installed over your entire roof. This waterproofing membrane will protect your decking in case of a leak.
The other item used to make your roof perfectly waterproof is the flashing. Flashings are used around roof elements, such as the chimney.
As in any field, there are a variety of terms related to the world of roofing. There is the ridge, valley, hip, ridge line, sidewalls, etc. Fortunately, when you hire a professional roofer, you don't have to worry about any of this. Just make your choice of color and we'll take care of the rest. For a free quote, call 1-866-484-3973.
But what exactly is a roof? Here are the main elements that make up your roof.
Asphalt shingles. They are only the visible part of your roof. Under the shingles is the decking. The decking is the set of plywood panels on which the shingles will be fixed.
To ensure that the decking is not damaged by water in case of a leak, Toiture Saint-Georges will install a layer called the eave protector, which is also called the eave membrane or starter strip. This is installed around your roof.
If necessary, drip edges will also be replaced. A drip edge is the metal sheet installed on the edge of the roof that is used to direct water to the gutters.
A vapour barrier, also known as an underlayment, will be installed over your entire roof. This waterproofing membrane will protect your decking in case of a leak.
The other item used to make your roof perfectly waterproof is the flashing. Flashings are used around roof elements, such as the chimney.
As in any field, there are a variety of terms related to the world of roofing. There is the ridge, valley, hip, ridge line, sidewalls, etc. Fortunately, when you hire a professional roofer, you don't have to worry about any of this. Just make your choice of color and we'll take care of the rest. For a free quote, call 1-866-484-3973.
Roof repair
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Roofing repairs are part of the services offered by Toiture Saint-Georges. Although it rarely happens, it can happen during strong winds that some shingles are damaged. Of course, it is not necessary to redo the entire roof. We will replace the shingles that have been damaged. When re-roofing, it is a good idea to order an extra package of shingles so that you will have some on hand in case you need to make a repair.
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We are also called upon to repair roofs when the contractor who did the work made a mistake. Often, the repairs we have to make are to the elements found on the roof, such as skylights, dormers, vents, chimney and roof vents.
Some St. George residents put off re-roofing from year to year. Doing so makes them more susceptible to leaks. Sometimes we are asked to re-roof in the winter when the season is over. When this happens, we do an emergency repair and schedule the recoating work early the following spring. For roof repairs, call us at 1-866-484-3973.
Some St. George residents put off re-roofing from year to year. Doing so makes them more susceptible to leaks. Sometimes we are asked to re-roof in the winter when the season is over. When this happens, we do an emergency repair and schedule the recoating work early the following spring. For roof repairs, call us at 1-866-484-3973.
Determine the quantity of materials needed
Shingles
The area to be covered is measured in square feet. The length X the width X the slope factor must be multiplied. The slope factor is an essential data to know in order to evaluate how many bundles of shingles will be necessary to cover the roof. The slope factor corresponds to the slope of your roof. A steep slope requires more shingles than a shallow slope.
When our bidder comes to meet you, he will go on the roof and will usually be able to calculate the total area to be covered with a tape measure. Although it is rare, he may have to calculate the area to be covered using another technique that requires access to your attic.
We are proud to use asphalt shingles from Iko.
When our bidder comes to meet you, he will go on the roof and will usually be able to calculate the total area to be covered with a tape measure. Although it is rare, he may have to calculate the area to be covered using another technique that requires access to your attic.
We are proud to use asphalt shingles from Iko.
Other materials
The other main materials used for the construction are calculated in linear feet. In this category we find the eave protectors, the starter strips, the flashings, the drip edges, the ridge and edge shingles and finally the protective membrane, also called waterproofing membrane.
Chimney, vent, skylight, roof aerator
Toiture Saint-Georges has a great attention to detail and a job well done. Therefore, we do not limit ourselves to simply installing shingles. We inspect all the components of your roof. Here are a few of them.
Chimney: Although more and more Beauce residents are opting for a means of heating other than wood, most still have a chimney. With the help of flashings and asphalt plastic cement, our professional roofers will make sure that the chimney's contour is perfectly watertight. If you have condemned your wood stove, it is possible for us to remove the chimney completely. Let us know your intentions when our bidder comes to meet you.
Venting: The vent allows you to ventilate the eaves system of your house. When re-roofing, it is recommended to install a new one. If it is still in good condition, you can keep it. As for the chimney, our team will make sure that the vent is perfectly watertight.
Skylight: We will also use a flashing and caulking to ensure that your skylight is watertight.
Roof vents: There are several types of roof vents. Their function is to ensure good ventilation of the roof. In order to avoid any water infiltration, our roofers will use the necessary material so that it is completely waterproof.
Chimney: Although more and more Beauce residents are opting for a means of heating other than wood, most still have a chimney. With the help of flashings and asphalt plastic cement, our professional roofers will make sure that the chimney's contour is perfectly watertight. If you have condemned your wood stove, it is possible for us to remove the chimney completely. Let us know your intentions when our bidder comes to meet you.
Venting: The vent allows you to ventilate the eaves system of your house. When re-roofing, it is recommended to install a new one. If it is still in good condition, you can keep it. As for the chimney, our team will make sure that the vent is perfectly watertight.
Skylight: We will also use a flashing and caulking to ensure that your skylight is watertight.
Roof vents: There are several types of roof vents. Their function is to ensure good ventilation of the roof. In order to avoid any water infiltration, our roofers will use the necessary material so that it is completely waterproof.
Tools
Toiture Saint-Georges has all the specialized tools necessary to execute the work perfectly. We have different types of ladders and scaffolding to work safely. The ladders are at all times fixed to the house to ensure their stability. Before starting the work, we take care to install covers to protect your equipment, for example a heat pump. Then, to remove the shingles that are being replaced, we generally use a straight edge shovel, a nail bar and our famous roofing hammer. The removal of old shingles creates quite a bit of waste. We have a dump truck to put the waste in.
Our roofers wear kneepads so that they can work on their knees for several hours, minimizing the inconvenience that this can cause. They are equipped with a nail belt, a roofing hammer, a roofing knife with a hooked blade and a pair of tin snips for trimming flashing. They always keep a sharp trowel on hand to spread the asphalt plastic cement that has been applied with a caulking gun where it is needed, such as when installing a vent or skylight. In order to follow the asphalt shingle manufacturer's instructions to the letter for the installation of the waterproofing membrane, our employees use a chalk line to ensure that it is perfectly adjusted.
Our roofers wear kneepads so that they can work on their knees for several hours, minimizing the inconvenience that this can cause. They are equipped with a nail belt, a roofing hammer, a roofing knife with a hooked blade and a pair of tin snips for trimming flashing. They always keep a sharp trowel on hand to spread the asphalt plastic cement that has been applied with a caulking gun where it is needed, such as when installing a vent or skylight. In order to follow the asphalt shingle manufacturer's instructions to the letter for the installation of the waterproofing membrane, our employees use a chalk line to ensure that it is perfectly adjusted.
Security measures
Before starting work, the site supervisor will go on the roof to assess the areas that are most likely to cause an accident. This may include areas where rot has weakened the decking, making it more likely that a worker will injure himself by digging his foot into the plywood panel. We also pay close attention to the presence of electrical cables that could come into conflict with our workers.
Our roofers wear safety boots with non-slip soles. Depending on the task at hand, we wear the appropriate fall protection devices. We keep the roof clean to prevent any of our workers from slipping on debris. We also take the necessary measures to put our tools in the same place at all times to be more efficient and to avoid tripping over them. For obvious reasons, we do not work on rainy days. We also do not work on wet surfaces. This means that after a rainfall, it is essential to allow the roof to dry before starting or continuing the work.
Our roofers wear safety boots with non-slip soles. Depending on the task at hand, we wear the appropriate fall protection devices. We keep the roof clean to prevent any of our workers from slipping on debris. We also take the necessary measures to put our tools in the same place at all times to be more efficient and to avoid tripping over them. For obvious reasons, we do not work on rainy days. We also do not work on wet surfaces. This means that after a rainfall, it is essential to allow the roof to dry before starting or continuing the work.
Cleaning up after the work
Although during the work we are careful to send the debris to the dump truck, it is almost inevitable that a roofing nail and other small debris will have fallen on your property.
That's why when the roofing is finished, we move on to the last step which is to clean up your property thoroughly around the roof. The biggest pieces will be picked up by hand. Then we will use a rake to pick up the smaller pieces. Finally, we will use a magnetic broom to capture nails and other metal debris that we may not have seen.
We will also clean the gutters to make sure they are free of any construction material. We would like to take this opportunity to tell you that we also specialize in gutter installation and repair. When we come to meet with you and provide you with a quote to re-roof your home, don't hesitate to tell us about your concerns regarding the condition of your eavestroughs. We will be able to advise you if new eavestroughs should be installed or if repairing the eavestroughs is sufficient.
That's why when the roofing is finished, we move on to the last step which is to clean up your property thoroughly around the roof. The biggest pieces will be picked up by hand. Then we will use a rake to pick up the smaller pieces. Finally, we will use a magnetic broom to capture nails and other metal debris that we may not have seen.
We will also clean the gutters to make sure they are free of any construction material. We would like to take this opportunity to tell you that we also specialize in gutter installation and repair. When we come to meet with you and provide you with a quote to re-roof your home, don't hesitate to tell us about your concerns regarding the condition of your eavestroughs. We will be able to advise you if new eavestroughs should be installed or if repairing the eavestroughs is sufficient.
Keeping your roof in good condition
Now you are the proud owner of a brand new roof. You may be wondering what you can do to ensure that it stays in good condition for as long as possible. After all, it's a big expense, so why not do what you can to get the most out of it? Here are a few tips to help you do just that.
Cleaning your eavestroughs at least once a year is the key to keeping your roof in good condition. Clean eavestroughs will allow water to drain off the roof quickly. Gutter cleaning is a simple thing to do, yet it is often overlooked by homeowners. Poorly maintained gutters can lead to damage to your roof over time.
It is also important to ensure that tree branches do not come into contact with the asphalt shingles. Contact of branches with the shingles will cause them to wear out prematurely. This means repair costs for you as well as the risk of water infiltration.
Finally, it is advisable to perform a visual inspection of your roof in the spring and fall. This will allow you to detect the presence of any anomalies. Also take the opportunity to take a look at the attic. Make sure there is no moisture or rot.
If in doubt, contact Toiture Saint-Georges at 1-866-484-3973 to obtain the advice of a master roofer.
Re-roof or repair?
Cleaning your eavestroughs at least once a year is the key to keeping your roof in good condition. Clean eavestroughs will allow water to drain off the roof quickly. Gutter cleaning is a simple thing to do, yet it is often overlooked by homeowners. Poorly maintained gutters can lead to damage to your roof over time.
It is also important to ensure that tree branches do not come into contact with the asphalt shingles. Contact of branches with the shingles will cause them to wear out prematurely. This means repair costs for you as well as the risk of water infiltration.
Finally, it is advisable to perform a visual inspection of your roof in the spring and fall. This will allow you to detect the presence of any anomalies. Also take the opportunity to take a look at the attic. Make sure there is no moisture or rot.
If in doubt, contact Toiture Saint-Georges at 1-866-484-3973 to obtain the advice of a master roofer.
Re-roof or repair?
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