How R-Value Affects Comfort

Published on November 09, 2020

blown in insulation Simply put, R-Value is a measurement of how well the insulation is resisting the “flow of heat” in and out of a building. Generally, the higher the R-Value, the higher the resistance, and therefore the better the ...

How to Keep The Heat In Before Temperatures Drop

Published on October 12, 2020

As temperatures begin to drop at this time of year, homeowners tend to consider upgrading their attic insulation in Toronto. It’s all for good reason, mainly because heating bills are starting to climb during the colder months of fall. Consequently, there’s more focus on keeping costs down while still maintaining a ...

Why is My Roof Leaking? And How To Properly Fix It.

Published on October 09, 2020

There are many reasons for a roof to leak, and it’s certainly not uncommon in a residential home. Whatever the reason, it's a situation that demands immediate roof leak repair (and sometimes even emergency roof repair). The first step, of course, is to determine what’s causing the roof leak and ...

Does My Attic Insulation Need to Be Removed?

Published on September 16, 2020

In a typical residential home, attic insulation will eventually deteriorate over time. Whatever the type of insulation product, performance is diminished season after season. As a result, attic insulation removal may be required for a variety of reasons. For homeowners considering insulation removal in Toronto, the best results are attained with a professional contractor. The ...

Do I Need to Repair My Roof?

Published on September 07, 2020

Because the roof of a home isn’t readily visible, it’s often neglected when it comes to regular and ongoing maintenance. However, the roof of your home is more important than most homeowners realize. As such, repair work should not be disregarded, particularly to avoid the need for emergency roof repair. Whatever ...

Choosing The Right Type of Insulation for the Home

Published on September 03, 2020

Home insulation is much different than other home improvement projects. Unlike a kitchen reno or washroom reno, insulation provides long-term savings on utility year after year. Homeowners considering attic insulation in Toronto are making one of the more cost-effective home upgrades. Attic insulation, for example, provides excellent return-on-investment as well as other benefits. When a ...

Signs Your Home Might Be Poorly Ventilated

Published on August 11, 2020

The negative effects of a poorly ventilated home might not be that obvious on the surface, but the signs and symptoms soon emerge. Poor home ventilation, particularly in the attic and roof, might require professional roof vent installation and may even require professional roof leak repair. Because every home is different, poor ventilation will manifest ...

Why Choose the Pros for Attic Insulation Removal

Published on August 07, 2020

There are countless reasons for removing attic insulation, and every home will be different. What’s important is to identify the nature of the problem and then determine if complete attic insulation removal is required. In some cases, insulation removal is essential, in other cases, it’s needed but not critical. For homeowners ...

4 Reasons You Need An Attic Insulation Upgrade

Published on August 01, 2020

In southern Ontario, having appropriate attic insulation is critical for indoor personal comfort and responsible energy savings. In a region that is truly “four-seasons”, insulating the attic is simply a necessity in protecting your home from the elements throughout the year. For most homeowners, the attic isn’t typically used as a ...

How to Improve Attic Ventilation

Published on July 13, 2020

In the attic and roof cavity, proper ventilation is an absolute must – it keeps the roof in good condition, extends the life of shingles, and keeps the house comfortable from season to season. Attics without proper ventilation will often require roof vent installation in order to remedy certain issues. In a serious case, roof ...

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