Roofing • Siding • Windows & Doors • Eavestroughs

169–1235 Fairview St., Burlington, ON L7S 2K9. Canada

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RIDGE VENT DETAIL:

The end of the ridge cap is given a clean finish.

SHEETING (CDX/OSB):

CDX plywood is made of real wood veneer while OSB is an inferior version constructed with wood chips and glue.

VALLEY METAL:

This metal is called “W Valley” because of the ridge running down the middle. The ridge prevents water from running across the metal and up the other side. Without valley metal, leaks in valley areas are very common.

FASTENERS:

The key is to have hot-dipped galvanized nails. These nails are corrosion and rust resistant.

DRIP EDGE METAL:

This metal helps water drip off the roof without lingering on the fascia boards. This will prevent the fascia from rotting.

PLUMBING VENT:

This is a lead plumbing vent cover with a lead cap. Lead is pliable and doesn’t rust, making it perfect for this application. The plumbing vent itself is a PVC pipe that extends through the roof. Its purpose is to allow air flow through the plumbing pipes.

CHIMNEY FLASHING (TOP):

As standard procedure we install new chimney flashing on both brick and wood siding chimneys.

GUTTER EDGE METAL:

This metal is installed at all gutter edges. It helps the water to run into the gutter and not down the fascia boards. This also enhances the look of the roof by providing a clean, straight edge.

CHIMNEY FLASHING (BOTTOM):

As standard procedure we install new chimney flashing on both brick and wood siding chimneys.

ROOF TO WALL METAL:

This metal is installed under the siding and on top of the roof.

ROOF ANCHOR:

This anchor is permanently installed and is used during the roofing process as a safety tie-off.

FAN VENT:

Shown here is a 4” flapper vent that has an internal flapper that only allows air to flow one direction.

ICE & WATER SHIELD:

This specialized underlayment is installed around roof penetrations like vents and chimneys where extra protection is needed.

UNDERLAYMENT:

We install Safeguard 30® Hybrid Underlayment. This is five times stronger than a conventional 30 Lb. felt. It also lays flatter than felt paper, doesn’t blow off in high winds and provides much better traction for safer installations.

TUBULAR SKYLIGHT:

Often referred to as “Sun Tunnels” or “Solatubes” this is an easy and inexpensive way to allow natural lighting into a dark hallway, closet or bathroom.

FURNACE VENT:

This vent connects to either a furnace or a hot water heater and is often referred to as a “B” vent. Depending on its condition, it can either be re-used or replaced during the roofing process.