Hire the best installer to ensure your skylight is up to code to avoid air and moisture leakage Does the tradesperson installing a skylight have to have specific training or certifications to do so? The short answer is no. The slightly longer answer is, they should. Installing a skylight isn’t… Read More
Embrace longer days with routine seasonal maintenance to your building’s exteriors After a long, cold Canadian winter, there’s no better feeling than the warmth of the sun on your face – which means it’s time to clean the grit from your windows, get the debris off your skylight to let… Read More
The end of the year is a time of reflection for many, including the team at Artistic Skylights. As we prepare to enter into 2025, we think it’s important to take a moment to acknowledge the people who have been in our corner. First, we need to praise our crew… Read More
After back-to-back hurricanes devastated southern Florida this fall, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers activated Operation Blue Roof, a stopgap program helping homeowners awaiting repairs from property damage. Operation Blue Roof provides free “fiber-reinforced, industrial-strength sheeting to protect storm-damaged roofs,” and is currently available to homeowners across… Read More
Raise property values, drive demand, and increase tenant satisfaction with building maintenance As Canadians continue to recover from record-breaking inflation, rising interest rates, labour decline, and more, how has the commercial real estate market fared? With multiple sectors seeing growth, the country is trending towards stabilization for… Read More
Floods have become a prevalent issue recently due to the impacts of climate change. As weather patterns shift, buildings are faced with a heightened risk. It is crucial to protect the investments of commercial buildings from potential flooding. Understanding flooding risks for commercial buildings Heavy rainfall, intense storms, and hurricanes… Read More
Make the ‘rain rain go away’ with proper roof drainage It’s your roof and your rules, so make sure your roof rules out leaks, ice dams and critters by ensuring proper roof drainage. The roof is more than just a protective covering; it’s a crucial component of your home’s structural… Read More
Question our nature to nurture the roof’s lifespan The team at Artistic Skylights is here to do our part in ensuring you get every bang for your buck. Given the significant investment a roof represents, it’s essential to maximize your roof’s lifespan to maximize the money spent on more fabulous… Read More
Break through the skylight replacement with repairs We get it – a once cozy skylight turned inverted drafty-chimney can make you want to skip the glass repairs and batten down the hatches with a complete overhaul reinstall, skylight replacement instead. But just because the wind is blowing through your windows… Read More
Budding at the seams Nature is full of cycles – so it only makes sense that we, as humans, match speed and keep our backyard renovations turning over fresh new looks every few seasons. As we’re making our way through 2023, it’s in(side) with the old and out(side) with the… Read More
