WestSide Roofers Montreal Products

Shingles	Membranes	Tar and Gravel

Shingles Shingles are a proven roof covering material that is available in many styles, shapes and colours. Architectural shingle types - such as laminates - are rapidly gaining in popularity. Asphalt shingles are suitable for most residential applications. In fact, industry estimates show approximately 80% of the total residential roofs are covered with asphalt shingles. Properly installed asphalt shingles will not only effectively shed water off the roof; they will enhance the beauty, character and value of your home. Lastly, asphalt shingles are backed by a warranty typically ranging from 20 years to Lifetime. Click here for the Virtual Roof Builder	Membranes (Torch On/ Torch Down) Torch On/ Torch Down roofing is a great choice of roofing when you have little or no slope. It is very easy to maintain and the cost is quite reasonable. There are various methods of applying torch-on, all of good quality when applied properly. Whether your home has an insulated or uninsulated roof, a conventional roof, or an irregular shape, we offer quality waterproofing systems to fit your needs.	Tar and Gravel Tar and gravel roof cover is used primarily on roofs with low slopes ranging from a little better then flat to somewhere around a 3-in-12 slope - (that's roofing talk for three inches of vertical rise for every twelve inches or horizontal run). This type of roof is composed of alternating layers of roofing felt and hot tar and is often referred to as a hot mopped or built-up roof. It sounds as if you have a variation of this. That is that you have a built-up or hot mopped roof which does not contain gravel. A tar and gravel roof without the gravel so to speak.
Advantages of Asphalt Shingles Affordable Cost: Compared to other roofing products, asphalt shingles are relatively inexpensive. Peace of Mind: Asphalt shingles have been around for over 100 years. They have a proven track record in our harsh climatic conditions. Availability: Asphalt shingles are commonly available at most lumberyards. Suitability: Asphalt shingles are available in a wide selection of sizes, styles and colours, suitable for most residential applications. Warranty Coverage: Asphalt shingles are protected with warranty periods ranging from 20 years to Lifetime, which will suit any budget and needs. Low Maintenance and Easy Repairs: Other more expensive roofing products can require more maintenance, specialized tools, can be more difficult to repair and almost always require professional installation. Choosing the right shingles for your roof Many variables will guide you in the decision of which shingle type is suitable for your roof. The choice of shingles must consider the budget available, the style of the roof and its slope, and the warranty coverage desired..	Advantages to Torch on/ Torch down Roofs Resistant to all kinds of weather. Elastic No gravel necessary Perfect waterproofing Durability: more than 25 years A system that has made its mark in commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential sectors.	Advantages of Tar and Gravel With conventional tar and gravel roofing the tar is covered with a thin layer of gravel to protect the tar from the harmful ultra violet rays of the sun. Contrary to popular belief it is not water and rain that are responsible for the majority of the damage to roofing products, it's the constant exposure to the sun.