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General Roofing Terminology

Beam: A long piece of wood or steel that supports your roof that, when grouped, can form a truss. Cornice: The overhanging part of the roof that sticks out past your walls. Coverage: The degree of weather protection offered by a roofing material: single, double or triple coverage. Decking/Sheathing: Normally plywood which provides a flat surface …

Metal Roofing Terminology – Roof Types

Terminology used to describe roof types and components might be a foreign language for those who are not familiar with it. Whilst it is appreciated that certain words have other meanings we have listed below an explanation of words used when discussing the structure or type of a roof. Cross Gable: Similar to gable roof …

Roof shingles don’t live up to warranties: Marketplace

Originally posted on CBC News Website Roofing shingles are deteriorating well before their guaranteed lifetime warranties, an investigation by CBC-TV’s Marketplace has found. The Marketplace team headed out with roofing contractor Mike Kavanagh to inspect some roofs in Markham, Ont., including one that he installed himself. Read full article here >>

Is a metal roof the wave of the future?

Originally published in The Londoner on Thursday, September 29, 2011 London Eco-Roof Manufacturing Inc. president Joe Malec displays a piece of sheet metal roofing. Malec is hoping to make sheet metal roofing the industry standard in London. Everyone appreciates a roof over their head and none more so than Joe Malec. But the London businessman …

Basic Metal Roofing Information For A Homeowner

Metal roofing material is gaining wide acceptance a growing number of converts because changes made to this durable roofing material have given it more eye appeal and greater insulation and sun reflective values. While the traditional style ugly roof made of corrugated tin may be what comes to mind, nothing could be further from the …

Selecting the Appropriate Metal Roofing for Your Home

Metal materials for roofs have come a long way since their introduction. Today they can come in very attractive colors and in forms that look like other materials. Steel and aluminum can be used as roof material. New types of formed sheets can appear to look like other materials such as traditional tile roofing. Metal …

The Sky’s the Limit for Metal Roofing

Durable metal roofing saves energy by reflecting heat—an important consideration in hot climates. By Craig A. Shutt With wildfires, hurricanes, hail and other extreme conditions affecting housing across the country, more homeowners are becoming aware of the potential advantages of metal roofing. Manufacturers are encouraging this interest by introducing a wider range of style options …

BENGA – New Metal Roofing Product Has Arrived

Architects, designers and home owners have for years longed for a metal roof without visible fasteners. Finally this has become possible with a revolutionary product by London ECO-ROOF Manufacturing Inc. – Benga. Benga with hidden fasteners can be produced in one- and two-steps sheets. Hidden fastener tiles are installed horizontally, which gives greater freedom to …

Price Comparison Calculator

We have introduced a new tool – calculator, allowing you to estimate the cost of metal roofing for your home and compare it with the cost of other type of roofing over 45 – 50 years. You can access price comparison calculator here. Note: These are rough estimates for materials and installation and not intended …