What Is Elastomeric Membrane Roofing?
Elastomeric membrane roofing is a flat or low-slope roof system made from SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) modified bitumen — a rubberized asphalt product that remains flexible at temperatures as low as -25°C. It is the standard flat roof system in Quebec and is used on residential flat roofs, commercial buildings, and low-slope sections of homes across Gatineau […]
When Should I Replace My Roof? A Gatineau Homeowner’s Guide
You should replace your roof in Gatineau when it is more than 20 years old and showing visible deterioration, when repair costs would exceed 30% of replacement cost, or when you have had three or more leaks in a single year. Continuing to patch an aged roof in Quebec’s climate is almost always more expensive […]
How Long Does a Roof Last in Quebec?
In Quebec, an asphalt shingle roof lasts between 20 and 30 years under normal conditions. Metal roofs last 40 to 60 years, and elastomeric membrane flat roofs last 25 to 40 years. The freeze-thaw cycle, heavy snow loads, and ice damming common across the Outaouais region mean Quebec roofs face more stress than roofs in […]