Kanga Roofing Inc.

Find that Leak in your roof.

TOP 10 ROOFING MISTAKES 1. Unskilled Homeowners Attempting Repairs or Installation. Many homeowners have the skills to repair or install a roof, but scores more do not. If you have little or no experience in the construction industry, do not try to do the work yourself. You may cause serious problems and waste a ton of money.... 2. Covering Old Shingles. Many homeowners want to save some money by leaving the old shingles on the house but leaving old shingles in place can hide problems that would otherwise be easily fixed. 3. Gutter Cleaning and Maintenance. Improperly slopped gutters or the failure to clean your gutters regularly can lead to water making its way into all kinds of areas you do not want it to be, including your roof, walls and around your home. Clogged or poorly installed gutters can lead to many thousands of dollars in damage. A regular maintenance schedule always saves you money in the long run. 4. Not Completely Covering your Roof with Roof Felt. Roofing felt provides an added layer of protection and it prevents moisture from reaching the back side of your shingles. It is cheap and easy to install; skipping this step makes no sense. 5. Poor Ventilation. Your roof requires adequate ventilation to prevent moisture buildup from inside the house, which can cause significant damage including dry rot and mold. 6. Blown-in Insulation Forced up Against your Soffit Vents. This can result in the same damage as insufficient ventilation. If you have blown in insulation added to your attic after your roof is installed, make sure your soffit vents do not get blocked. It is a good practice to have a look in your attic once a year at least. 7. Improperly Installed Skylights. Leaky, incorrectly installed skylights, often by a homeowner, are one of my most common call outs for repairs. 8. Improperly Placed or Using Too Short a Nail. Nails must be of sufficient length to firmly attach your shingles to your roof. The nails must be protected, via placement, from the elements. Unprotected nails will rust and provide a path for water into your roof. 9. My Personal Pet Peeve. Venting bathroom fans, kitchens vents and even plumbing stacks into your attic. It is usually done by a homeowner (but not always) who doesn’t understand the need to get the moisture out of house. 10. Poorly Installed Flashing. Flashing is used to provide overlap where it is needed. If it doesn’t correctly overlap the material it is protecting, it is not serving its purpose.

THE VALUE OF GUTTER CLEANING Many people fail to see the importance of gutter cleaning and neglect to clean them properly for several years at a time. While many of Greater Vancouver’s citizens get away with this neglect with no consequences, the potential exists for extensive and expensive damage to your roof. Protect your Home, Health and Investment...Continue reading

THE IMPORTANCE OF INSURANCE Recently I needed to remove a large dead Douglas fir tree from my yard. A friend recommended a guy he knew, who would do the job cheap on the side with no company backing him. If I had agreed to allow him to remove the tree and he became injured or my neighbor’s property was damaged in the process, I would have been liable for the damages. I found it ironic that I was removing the tree to take away any risk of it damaging either my home or my ne...ighbors and a friend recommended I have it done on the side whereby I would be completely liable again. There are many uninsured workers out there who can complete your job less expensively than reputable businesses. The reason for this is that they are not paying the expensive WorkSafe BC and liability insurance that the reputable business must. In some cases they are not carrying commercial insurance on their vehicles. Roofing is a high risk occupation and as such commands significant WorkSafe BC premiums. A badly installed roof can cause substantial damage to your home, which necessitates expensive liability insurance. Are you protected? If the workers you hire are not protected by WorkSafe BC then they are protected by you. That basically means if an uninsured worker is hurt on your property you are liable for the injury and damages. It is in your best interest as a prospective customer to make sure your selected roofing company carries adequate liability insurance and WorkSafe BC to protect you from legal responsibility. Most Roofing companies will fall under the steep slope roofing insurance category because that is the highest risk category and the only way to be covered for all roofs. Check out this WorkSafeBC PDF on the costs per worker for steep sloped roofer injuries. If you chose to hire workers that do not have liability or Worksafe BC coverage, then you become the insurance. What can you do to protect yourself? You can ask for proof of liability insurance and you can request a clearance letter online which will assure you of a company’s WorkSafe BC status.

Do I need a new Roof? If you are reading this article, you are at least considering the age and condition of your roof and if you might need roof repairs or a replacement. You are already ahead of many Lower Mainland homeowners who tend to ignore the issue until it’s too late. Perform an Inspection:... Many people never perform any roof maintenance or inspections until a problem becomes obvious. This can be a major mistake. Often a simple inspection can spot problems early and prevent large bills later. Find out the basics of what to look for here: https://kangaroofing.ca/dans-tips/do-i-need-a-new-roof/

Dan and his crew finishing up a job in Surrey. Roof was previsouly cedar, converted to asphalt IKO Cambridge shingles.

Our latest work. It is a beautiful home in Surrey.

Seems like a nice place to take 5!