Montreal Roofers :: Roofing Services in Montreal
Division of the Roofers Corporation of Quebéc Inc.
Montreal roofers offers services for residential roofs, commercial roofs and industrial roofs. No project is too big or too small, and all of our clients are treated with the utmost professionalism, courtesy and respect. Montreal Summit Roofs & Skylights take the time to answer any questions you may have about your roof repair or roof replacement, and are able to help you in deciding which roof or roof repair option is better for your needs.
Roofing in Montreal
The vast majority (almost 90%) of sloped roofs on residential properties in Quebec are built using fiberglass-based, asphalt shingles. They are durable, practical and eminently varied as to colour, size, shape and, especially thickness. Depending on this choice of thickness, you can expect a roofing-life of up to 30 years! If you require more durable or esthetically more appealing solutions, ask us about metal roofing (steel, aluminum, tin or copper), wood shingles, tiles (concrete or clay) or, even, fiberglass-reinforced concrete. All these materials have their own, unique properties to recommend them. Talk to us, all information, our experience and estimates are always free. Many older buildings, both residential and industrial/commercial, as well as some modern structures, are built with flat (or low-sloped) roofs that require a very different solution, namely elastomeric membranes - providing seamless, water-tight layers of protection. They, too, come in various colours and qualities. For many years, the most common roofing method for sealing flat roofs was the use of asphalt and gravel (the so-called “tar-and-gravel” process) but is falling out-of-favour as much more cost-effective materials are available today, requiring less maintenance and giving the property owner a better “ROI” (Return On Investment). Ask us for details - we are happy to share our knowledge and experience. Excellent warranties are offered by our manufacturer-partners to which we add our own, unique “CCQ Warranty”*. Please click on the corporate icons/logos below to access these manufacturers’ respective web sites and learn more about our partners’ warranties and the products we use.Montreal Roofing Products
BP Roofing Products
BP Roofing Products offer high quality guaranteed shingles to withstand our harsh climate. Before re-shingling your home, visit their site and view the different shingle products on your roof before deciding which ones are best for you. Visit their virtual showroom hereSoprema Roofing Products
Soprema roofing products offer the latest in roofing innovation. Their wide variety of membranes offer some of the most advanced roofing technologies in the industry. Their sopranature membranes are growing in popularity as the need to reduce our greenhouse emissions rises. Sopranature membrane systems allow for the installation of green roofs, creating a better future for everyone. Visit their site to learn more about all their roofing membrane products.IKO Roofing Products
IKO roofing products have long been a favorite among roofers and clients alike. Visit their virtual roof designer
Shingle Roofs
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.
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..
Membrane Roofs
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.
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.
Membrane roofs are available for many different needs and budgets. They are a great roofing solution to flat or low sloped roofs and provide the easiest maintenance. Popular types of membrane roofs include torch down membrane, hot air welded membrane, PVC roofs, EPDM roofs and TPO roofs. Membrane roofing systems offer the basis of Green roofing systems.
Tar & Gravel Roofs
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 Tar and Gravel Roofs
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.
Cons of Tar and Gravel Roofs
Tar & Gravel roofing is a dated roofing system. With advances in roofing technologies, membrane roofs are a superior roofing system meant to endure Montreal's harsh climates. Many boroughs in the Montreal area have banned tar & gravel roofs, and we do not offer this as a new roof, however we do offer repairs on existing tar & gravel roofing systems.