It is a common sight; cracked shingles! But why do shingles crack? Asphalt shingles, both organic and fiberglass, are subject to considerable stress from extreme temperature variations and roof deck movement. Snow pack, extreme wind, direct sunlight, and heat. These are factors that cause your shingles to expand and contract. They also cause your roof […]

A common question, especially in the Vancouver area is; “Can You Shingle A Roof In Winter”? This is a common misconception. Most believe it is only possible to install shingle roofing in summer, or on clear warm days. In the hands of an experienced professional roofing outfit, like Affordable Quality Roofing Vancouver, it IS possible, […]

There are a number of different roof types (link to /roof-types/). And no doubt Vancouver has it’s own unique roofing needs, but no matter where you are, choosing a roof depends on a number of factors: What type of roof do you have now? Do you want to repair or replace a roof? Are you […]

A very important question you should ask your roofing contractor is: how long is my warranty on workmanship and materials? Don’t assume that there is an industry standard, because there isn’t. Warrantees vary from the “tail-light warranty” where; once you’ve seen the contractors tail-lights, you’ll never see them again, all the way to the industry […]

A common question we are asked is: will my gutters and fascia have to be removed when I have my roof repaired or replaced by Affordable Quality Roofing Vancouver. In most cases the gutters do not need to be removed, that is of course unless you want to replace them at the same time you […]

A professional contractor such as Affordable Quality Roofing is able to measure your home properly to determine and recommend the type and amount of ventilation your home needs. There are a number of factors to take into account when determining the type and volume of ventilation your roof needs, and whether the ventilation you already […]