Roofing Blog

If you’ve ever managed a commercial or industrial building in Toronto, you probably know the feeling, that quiet panic when you notice water stains on the ceiling tiles, or worse, when you see water dripping near machinery or stock. It’s the kind of problem that stops...

After years of working on flat roofs across Ontario’s commercial sector, one thing I’ve learned for sure is that storms don’t play fair, especially with large buildings. When the wind hits a warehouse, or freezing rain pounds a retail plaza, it’s never a light test....

Flat roofs get used a lot in commercial spaces, but that doesn’t mean the decision is simple. If you’re at the stage where you’re gathering quotes or walking through architectural plans, there’s a lot riding on how this part of the project plays out. It’s not just...

If there’s one thing I’ve noticed after working on flat roofs across Toronto for years, it’s that the first question on everyone’s mind is always the same: “What’s this going to cost me?” It’s normal for people to ask. Replacing a flat roof isn’t like patching up a...

Owning or managing a commercial building in Ontario is rarely simple. The roof, in particular, always ends up being one of the bigger responsibilities. It’s the part of the building that doesn’t always demand daily attention but suddenly becomes urgent the moment...

Sometimes a roof is just a roof, and other times it becomes the face of a property. At 261 Bowes Road in Concord, the building’s roof had reached a point where it was no longer a reflection of the business’s value. The owners reached out to NorthCan Roofing for their...

Winter in Markham can be challenging. You get the kind of cold that doesn’t just sting your hands but lingers on buildings, settles into corners, and makes its presence known on rooftops until you almost forget what things looked like without snow. The season presents...

Ontario weather has a way of testing buildings. Summers come with relentless heat while winters can bury towns under heavy snow and ice. In between, you get the unpredictable, days that flip from warm to cold, from heavy rain to sudden winds, sometimes all in the same...

Storms don’t really send out invitations. One day the sky in Barrie is clear, the next there’s heavy rain, gusty winds, or a mix of snow and ice that lingers long after business hours. For local business owners, the concern isn’t just keeping people safe inside the...

Taking care of a commercial building comes with a list of responsibilities that never really shrinks. Something always needs attention. And while the roof might not be the first thing you think about every day, it’s the part that quietly protects everything else. The...

When the long Ontario winter starts easing up, Milton usually feels a bit lighter. The snow piles shrink, the sidewalks finally clear, and everyone seems ready to step into spring. But for property owners and managers, the warmer weather also shines a light on one...