Roofing and exterior cladding
- Choose cladding that meets the construction standards and municipal bylaws in effect in your area.
- Choose the most durable, eco-energetic cladding.
- Consider installing solar panels.
- For a sloped roof, choose durable cladding.
- For flat roofs, choose light coloured cladding to reduce thermal islands.
Is your roof letting the weather in? Are the roofing shingles getting tattered? Is the exterior cladding of the house damaged or worn? Now is your opportunity to shop for durable products to improve the building envelope.
The best choices for exterior cladding and roofing lend themselves to different styles, require little maintenance and are sturdy and long-lasting, to reduce resource use. Renovating the building envelope also provides other solid benefits, like improving the thermal insulation and airtightness of the home and reducing the effects of thermal islands.
While this kind of renovation can add to the value of your home, it’s also a major investment. Careful planning based on a budget and well-defined needs is your key to success.