What are the benefits in
Q replacing older windows?
Older windows have the issue of
being installed in a time when energy
was
A
much cheaper and this allowed the
sale of a suboptimal system which was not
energy efficient and in some cases even
compromised the envelope of a home.
Technology and ecological standards have
greatly assisted the window industry in the
last couple of years and as performance
baselines have gone up, the industry has met
and surpassed them. Current window systems
are mounted to an opening in your home
with extreme precision, care, and special
systems that allow the windows to not only
increase the energy efficacy of your home
but also properly insulate it.
The benefit of these modern and
adaptable window technologies which
are taking the industry by storm has also
continued to the aesthetic portion of
the window systems. There are many
colors available with different sheens
all depending on the type of material
which is used, ranging from paint on
vinyl, to stain on wood windows, paint
on aluminum windows, and thermofoil, a
new type of extremely durable finish. This
allows us to create completely new types
of systems aesthetically and, importantly,
mimic the previous, older system if the
aesthetic is something that a homeowner
wishes to maintain. We are also able to
create windows for oversized openings
and have solutions for all possible sizing
problems. - Forhomes, www.forhomes.ca
Q
A
What are the benefits of repairing
rather than replacing damaged
concrete?
Concrete surfaces are common in most
homes – from basements and walkways to
pool decks and balconies. Over time, concrete
surfaces can crack and chip, causing them to
look outdated and run down. This leaves the
homeowner with two options: tear out the
existing concrete and replace it or have it
repaired.
Repairing damaged concrete surfaces is a much
more cost effective solution. You can give your
damaged concrete a fresh new look in a fraction
of the time. With concrete repair, you do not
need a building permit so you don’t have to wait
for permit application approval and you don’t
need to remove the existing surface, both of
which save you time and money. The repaired
concrete surface is ready to use quite quickly and
requires minimum maintenance for long lasting
results! The repaired surfaces can be upgraded
to a Graniflex decorative finish to add a designer
touch as well. - Goldwell Restoration, www.goldwellrestoration.
com
Q
What are the benefits of metal
roofing?
Metal roofing is growing in popularity
A because of the many benefits it offers,
including a lifespan that is typically two to
three times that of a shingle roof. A common
concern from homeowners is noise from rain
or wind but when installed properly, a Green
Metal steel roof does not make more noise
than a typical shingle roof.
The Green Metal Roofing system uses
double strapping under the steel, creating an
air gap between the roof deck and the steel
panel. In this gap is where the hot air gets
trapped and makes its way out the top ridge
vent. This means there is about 70% less heat
transfer into your home, keeping it cooler in
summer and acting as an insulator in winter.
A metal roof can withstand extreme weather
year after year. A Green Metal steel roofing
system can withstand winds of up to
200km/h. By using high quality 26-gauge
steel with D-Matt coating, which is much
stronger than aluminum, it can withstand the
impact of hail much better without causing
damage. - Green Metal Roofing, www.greenmetal.ca