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All roofs are important to a building’s integrity, but commercial roofs are particularly integral to commercial buildings. HVAC units and other fixtures are often installed on flat roofs, so commercial roofs are slightly more susceptible to damage. You may also be liable for accidents caused by commercial roof damage.  That makes commercial roof maintenance all […]

Your home’s roof plays an important role in protecting your family from the elements. It also serves to keep your home insulated - keeping hot air out in the summer, and warm air in during the winter. When your roof begins to deteriorate, it can result in water damage, higher utility costs, and other problems. […]

On June 13, 2020, Calgary was hit by a vicious hailstorm. This storm caused $1.2 billion dollars in damage, making it the fourth most costly natural disaster in Canadian history!  Hailstorms can cause disastrous damage. The most important thing to do before and during a hailstorm? Keep yourself, your family, and your property safe. Once […]

Your home’s siding serves a couple of roles. Though you might not think about your siding too often, those roles are probably the things that spring to your mind: your siding makes your home look nice, and it separates the outside of your home from the inside - aesthetics and functionality.   That means your […]

Calgary has some of the most severe weather in the country. Hailstorms, strong winds, blizzards - you name it, we’ve got it. That means it’s common to need roofing contractors in Calgary.  A leaky roof is a serious problem. Water damage, rodent infestations, and poor insulation are just a few of the issues you might […]

Your roof and gutters are designed to work together. You can tell at a glance - your gutters are connected to your roof, after all. To understand how your gutters affect your roof, we first have to understand the positive relationship between them. From there, we can take a look at the circumstances in which […]

CALGARY, Canada - Martens Contracting, a locally owned and operated exterior contracting company based in Calgary, Canada, is delighted to announce that the owner and founder has just successfully completed the HAAG Roofing Inspection Course.    HAAG certification is one of the most sought-after and respected qualifications in the roofing industry. Anyone who completes the […]

When it comes to choosing roofing materials, there’s a lot to consider. While your roofing team can deal with the technical details, like how sloped your roof is, it will be up to you to handle some of the other important decisions. How much do you want to spend? How long do you want the […]

Winter is a harsh season - and not just for people. There is beauty to it, of course, and seeing snow on all the roofs can ignite a feeling of wonder and nostalgia - until, at least, it causes problems.   We’re going to go over the 5 most common ways winter weather can damage […]