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Cossette Roofing guide to soffit and fascia replacement in Gatineau, showing vented soffit, fascia and a gutter

Soffit and Fascia Replacement in Gatineau: Signs, Materials and Attic Airflow

Soffit and fascia replacement in Gatineau is often the repair homeowners notice last, even though the roof edge does some of the hardest work on the house. The fascia carries the gutters and seals the ends of the rafters. The

Cossette Roofing guide to roof components, with a shingle roof, ridge, chimney, vent and gutter

What Are the Parts of a Roof, and What Does Each One Do?

Quick Answer: A sloped roof is a system: the decking forms the base, the underlayment and eaves membrane add waterproof backup, and the shingles or metal shed water. Flashing, valleys and the drip edge seal the weak spots, while soffit

Cossette Roofing fall roof maintenance checklist for Ottawa and Gatineau, with a technician inspecting a home

Fall Roof Maintenance Checklist for Ottawa and Gatineau Homeowners

A fall roof maintenance checklist is the simplest way to get your home ready for an Ottawa and Gatineau winter. Once snow covers the roof, small problems are hard to see and harder to fix, and the freeze-thaw cycles that

Cossette Roofing guide to commercial flat roof lifespan in Gatineau and Ottawa

How Long Does a Commercial Flat Roof Last in Gatineau and Ottawa?

Quick Answer: A two-layer elastomeric (SBS) commercial roof offers 35 to 40 years of waterproofing, TPO life varies by product and thickness, and metal lasts the longest. In the Outaouais, ponding water, damaged flashing, foot traffic and poor ventilation are

Cossette Roofing guide to gutter installation in Gatineau, with aluminum eavestroughs and a downspout

Gutter Installation in Gatineau: How Eavestroughs Protect Your Roof Before Winter

Gutter installation in Gatineau is one of the most practical ways to protect a home before winter. Eavestroughs catch the water that runs off your roof and carry it away from the walls and foundation. When they leak, sag or

Cossette Roofing comparison of GAF, CertainTeed and IKO shingle warranties, with three shingle samples

How Do GAF, CertainTeed and IKO Shingle Warranties Compare for Quebec Homes?

Quick Answer: GAF’s standard warranty gives 10 years of Smart Choice Protection, rising to 50 years on its upgraded levels, while CertainTeed’s SureStart typically covers early defects for 10 years (50 years with its 3-Star to 5-Star coverage) and IKO’s

Cossette Roofing guide to winter roof leaks in Gatineau and Ottawa, with snow and icicles along a roof edge

Why Does My Roof Only Leak in Winter in Gatineau and Ottawa?

Quick Answer: A roof that leaks only in winter usually has ice dams pushing meltwater under the shingles, attic frost that melts during a thaw, or worn flashing that lets melting snow seep in around chimneys, vents and skylights. All

Cossette Roofing guide to roof inspections in Gatineau, with an inspector holding a tablet outside a home

What Happens During a Roof Inspection in Gatineau, and Is It Really Free?

Quick Answer: Yes, Cossette Roofing’s roof evaluation and written quote are free and come with no obligation. A professional roofer checks the shingles, flashing, roof edges, gutters and attic of your home in Gatineau, Ottawa or the Outaouais, then explains

Cossette Roofing guide to roof repair in Ottawa, with a roofer replacing shingles around a roof vent

Roof Repair in Ottawa, Ontario: Common Problems and Professional Fixes

Roof repair in Ottawa, Ontario deals with a climate that punishes small defects quickly. A lifted shingle or a hairline gap in flashing survives summer without incident, then meets a winter of freeze and thaw cycles that widens it week