Home & Cottage
Moisture infiltration causes immense damage
Wood so damaged by moisture that it crumbled at the touch. Wall studs, floor joists and corner posts that crumbled to dust when they were
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Got a flat roof? Then you have a great entertainment space
Of course you want to maximize the use of your waterfront property. But have youlooked up? Whether you have a classic boathouse or a busy
Home & Cottage
Icicles in winter are a sign of roofing troubles to come
One of the most consistent and frustrating roofing issues is ice build-up during the colder months. The main issues tend to be huge icicles hanging
Home & Cottage
Turn your roof into usable space
A flat roof presents the classic mix of challenge and opportunity. If it’s not sealed properly, it can be a constant source of leaks. But
Home & Cottage
Metal roofing is designed to last for many decades
No matter what nature throws at your cottage, your roof bears the brunt of it. Rain, hail, snow, falling debris, pounding sunshine – it all
Home & Cottage
Renovation creates year-round living for family
Families grow and times change, creating the need to expand living spaces and update cottages. One family, which recently welcomed a baby, realized their three-season
Home & Cottage
Building envelope revamp creates year-round living
Creating a year-round home from a three-season cottage sounds like a great idea. But it can be easier said than done. After all, older three-season
Home & Cottage
Waterproof membrane excels on flat roofs and more
The problem was evident: poorly constructed second floor decks were causing issues as they leaked into homes and garages in a Muskoka retirement neighbourhood. Only
Home & Cottage
Quality shingles are built to last
There are two main factors that affect the longevity of your roofing: the skill of the builder, and the quality of the materials used. Both
Home & Cottage
Homeowners are discovering the benefits of a well-built flat roof
Flat roofs have been used for years in commercial buildings, but until a few years ago they were rarely seen on homes, cottages, or boathouses.
- Home & Cottage, Muskoka
Moisture infiltration causes immense damage
Wood so damaged by moisture that it crumbled at the touch. Wall studs, floor joists and corner posts that crumbled to dust when they
GBS Services
Got a flat roof? Then you have a great entertainment space
Of course you want to maximize the use of your waterfront property. But have youlooked up? Whether you have a classic boathouse or a
GBS Services
Icicles in winter are a sign of roofing troubles to come
One of the most consistent and frustrating roofing issues is ice build-up during the colder months. The main issues tend to be huge icicles
GBS Services
Turn your roof into usable space
A flat roof presents the classic mix of challenge and opportunity. If it’s not sealed properly, it can be a constant source of leaks.
GBS Services
Metal roofing is designed to last for many decades
No matter what nature throws at your cottage, your roof bears the brunt of it. Rain, hail, snow, falling debris, pounding sunshine – it
GBS Services
Renovation creates year-round living for family
Families grow and times change, creating the need to expand living spaces and update cottages. One family, which recently welcomed a baby, realized their
GBS Services
Building envelope revamp creates year-round living
Creating a year-round home from a three-season cottage sounds like a great idea. But it can be easier said than done. After all, older
GBS Services
Waterproof membrane excels on flat roofs and more
The problem was evident: poorly constructed second floor decks were causing issues as they leaked into homes and garages in a Muskoka retirement neighbourhood.
GBS Contracting Services
Quality shingles are built to last
There are two main factors that affect the longevity of your roofing: the skill of the builder, and the quality of the materials used.
GBS Services
Homeowners are discovering the benefits of a well-built flat roof
Flat roofs have been used for years in commercial buildings, but until a few years ago they were rarely seen on homes, cottages, or
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