If you know it’s time for a new shingle roof on your home, you may have heard that you can just put a new layer of shingles over the existing one. But is this true? In short, the answer is yes, but doing so may not always be a good idea. In this article we’ll explain:...

You may have the most attractive landscaping, beautiful windows and charming mailbox, but black streaks running down your roof can ruin your home’s curb appeal. What causes those dark marks, and what can be done to eradicate them? Roof experts who are highly rated by...

Algae Rooftop fungus that can leave dark stains on roofing. Angled Fasteners Roofing nails and staples driven into decks at angles not parallel to the deck. Apron Flashing Metal flashing used at chimney fronts. ARMA Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association....

Can Roofing be done in the Winter Months?   At McKay Sheet Metal & Roofing we are open 12 months of the year and in the winter when it’s colder and there is snow on your roof we can still complete steel roofing projects all winter long with great success....

Emergency Roof Leak Repairs   There are many situations in which your roof could begin to leak. It could be from blow off shingles, ice damming caused by heat loss in your attic, poor chimney flashings, skylights flashings, deteriorated plumbing stacks, etc. Its...

Skylights offer aesthetic appeal and even energy-saving properties to enhance your home in the Ottawa Valley. If you are looking for a better way to add natural light or you are just looking for a different look in your home, a skylight is definitely a great feature...