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Couvreurs de l’Est is a leader in roofing repair and restoration in the Montreal area. We are pleased to present you with some advice pertaining to prevention so that you can avoid potentially costly problems. From regular inspection of your chimney to roof snow removal and roof drain maintenance, you will learn how you can keep your roof in good condition.
WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF STANDING WATER ON A FLAT ROOF?
Flat roofs can sometimes accumulate water. The puddles thus formed, although they may not seem problematic at first glance, can worsen...
Sep 1, 2023
CLEANING AN ASPHALT SHINGLE ROOF: INSTRUCTIONS!
Would you like to clean your shingle roof so that it remains in perfect condition for as long as possible? In this article, our experts...
Sep 1, 2023
WHY SHOULD YOU HAVE YOUR ROOF PROFESSIONALLY INSPECTED AFTER A STORM?
Roofs are frequently subject to bad weather. High winds and heavy precipitation, among other things, put them to the test, especially...
Sep 1, 2023
ELASTOMER, TPO OR EPDM: WHICH MEMBRANE TO CHOOSE FOR YOUR ROOF?
Are you looking for the perfect coating for your flat roof? To guide you in your reflection, our experts at Couvreurs de l’Est have...
Sep 1, 2023
WHICH COVERING SHOULD I CHOOSE FOR MY ROOF?
Is the roof of your building at the end of its life and you plan to change it soon or, alternatively, are you determining the material...
Jun 7, 2019
WHAT ARE THE POINTS TO CHECK WHEN INSPECTING A ROOF?
Is the roof of your home or business getting older? Recommended annually due to damage caused by bad weather and ultraviolet rays, in...
Apr 24, 2019
ROOFING : MAINTAIN YOUR ROOF DRAIN
Even though there are not many leaves at the drain entrance, there is a large accumulation on the membrane. DRAINS The drain is one of...
Dec 13, 2013
WOODEN DECKING, VENTILATION, MOLD
Ventilation on some buildings is extremely important, including the vast majority of single-family houses, duplexes, triplexes and other...
Jun 19, 2013
ELECTRICAL WIRING TRIPOD BASE
Electrical wiring tripod bases can cause more damage than you can imagine. It is very important to have them checked during a roofing...
Jun 19, 2013
ROOFING (MEMBRANES) AND LANDFILL SITES
Membranes Installed On top of each other. In the photograph below, here is what you see during the removal of 3 membranes installed on...
Jun 4, 2013
SUPPORT BASE FOR DIFFERENTS ITEMS
In the photograph below, a 4x4 was placed directly on top of the membrane, to be used as a base for a patio. The gravel penetrated the...
May 8, 2013
DRYER VENT
Unfortunately, we frequently see poorly installed dryer vents and inappropriate ventilators (see photograph #1). This can cause serious...
Apr 9, 2013
CHIMNEY AND WALL SIDING
Oh yes! There are many things to check on a roof that should not be neglected. Brick chimneys and walls are often sources of...
Mar 2, 2013
IS A GRAVEL MEMBRANE A GOOD THING?
The photograph above shows a gravel membrane that we installed in 2001. The neighbours’ wall collapsed on it in 2012. As you can see, the...
Feb 23, 2013
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
Couvreurs de l’Est was recognized for its health and safety management on its worksites. Read the letter of recommendation (French...
Feb 14, 2013
SNOW REMOVAL
Snow on a (roofing) membrane must be monitored for three main reasons : Weight, infiltration caused by water overflow and ventilation...
Jan 10, 2013
2012 EVENTS
Congratulations! Danielle (Administrative Assistant) and Serge (Sales Representative) are very happy. They became grandparents for the...
Dec 21, 2012
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