Investing in a skylight can improve building performance, raise asset value, and enhance occupant health and comfort. Like any property investment, however, ensuring these benefits last over the long term requires some maintenance. “Skylights are built to withstand tough outdoor conditions, and a proper installation will ensure they perform at… Read More
Snowy rooftops make for quaint winter pictures, but don’t let a cozy image distract you from the risks of letting snow accumulate on a commercial building. Allowing piles to build on any roof opens to property damage and safety risks that can spoil the holiday spirit. “We all love those… Read More
Think summer showers and fall debris are hard on your roof? These seasons have nothing on winter. Between blustery storms, mounting snow, freezing temperatures, and gathering ice, the Canadian cold poses significant risks to a roof’s integrity, threatening the health of the building and the safety of its occupants. “If… Read More
Spring cleaning takes on new meaning for property owners. More than a time for decluttering and dusting off from winter, it’s a critical period for ensuring home or building exterior is prepped for the seasons ahead. “Winter can do a lot of damage on a property, especially in Canada where… Read More
You’ve seen the snow. You’ve felt the chill. With colder weather on approach, homeowners and building stakeholders are wise to review the health of their roofs before the winter hits. This includes conducting a pre-winter roof inspection and tackling a little preventative maintenance to ensure their assets are ready for… Read More
There’s a risk to working on roofs. Whenever the job calls for heading up a ladder, crews must account for the many rooftop dangers that might cause slips, falls, or other bodily harm. “Roofs present several inherent risks that need to be taken seriously by anyone who works at heights,”… Read More
Nothing lasts forever. And while modern skylights are made to go the distance against the Canadian climate, there will inevitably come a time to replace your skylight. “Everything has a service life, no matter how well they were initially made or installed,” agrees Nenzio Ferrazzo, Project Manager with Artistic Skylights. Read More
Skylights can be an ideal home accent or a refreshing office feature, and yet lingering misconceptions make some property stakeholders reluctant to seize their benefits. Among these are outdated perceptions about how skylights hold up under the elements; particularly, when it comes to stopping leaks. “Even though skylights and materials… Read More
Condensation may not be grounds for panic, but excess moisture within any environment can be a cause for concern all the same. If left unchecked, water droplets can create mildew, damage drywall, rot internal structures, harm finishes, and corrupt other indoor assets. This leads to costly repairs and all-round headaches. Read More
SECTION 1: MAINTENANCE Your new Artistic Skylight product is engineered to be virtually trouble-free. A good routine of maintenance will help maintain the aesthetic quality and functional integrity found in every Artistic unit. Along with occasional cleaning, regularly check all sealant, gasketing, and flashing for possible failure, or erosion and… Read More
