Dormer roof. These roofs incorporate design elements from other types of roof. But the thing that makes them different is that they have a small structure with a window that protrudes out — this is normally where a bedroom is located. Pros – homes with dormer roofs have a bedroom high up in the roof…
Pyramid roof. This roof looks exactly how you’d imagine it would, it has four equal sides that join together at the top — this is what causes the pyramid shape that it’s named after. Pros – the best thing about this roof is that it’s very durable and can easily deal with high winds. Cons…
Hip roof. These roofs are rectangular structures that slope on all four sides. When they come together, they create a ridge that runs down the centre of the roof. Pros – this means that there are no flat parts anywhere on the roof and it doesn’t cross or intersect so water and snow can’t stack…
Flat roof. Flat roofs are roofs that are almost entirely flat, with one panel that lies across the top of a home. Pros – this roof is the fact that they only use a single panel makes them very simple to buy and install. Cons – the flat design means that rain and snow can…
Roofs may not be super exciting to you but they do effect how your house will look — depending on the style you choose, the materials you use and the colour scheme. So what is the right roof style for your home? Let’s find our more and go from there. There are so many different…
Renovations, demolitions and additions… sometimes they’re necessary, or sometimes they’re purely for aesthetic purposes. And occasionally, they bring up some unwanted surprises. Often, as it is with older homes, it isn’t until you’ve ripped up the floor boards or removed the drywall that you realize something like asbestos is lurking in your home. It’s important…
Shipping container homes are beginning to pop up everywhere. In fact, a whole neighbourhood is due to be built in Edmonton very soon.
When covering the place you call home, there are so many choices but one choice you may have not considered is a metal roof. Metal roofing is becoming more popular as more homeowners realize the amazing energy-saving benefits they can provide. Additionally, metal roofing is more accessible than it used to be as more homeowners…
If you’re looking to spice up your new house or add a little something to your home without completely renovating your entire living space — what about a skylight? Skylights bring natural light into your home, reduce your dependency on artificial lighting, enabling you to save money and reduce your carbon footprint. Whether you are…
A green roof is not a roof that’s painted green. It’s not a roof made out of limes and cucumbers. It’s a roof that has been covered with living vegetation to provide storm water management, cooling, natural habitat, and other benefits. Green roofs can be added to existing roofs and can cover all or part…