4 STEPS TO IDENTIFY A WATER LEAK COMING FROM YOUR ROOF
When you looked up at the ceiling, you discovered the presence of water, or was it when you stepped in a small puddle on the floor that...
Apr 8, 2019
WHITE ROOFS: PERFECT FOR CREATING GREEN ROOFS!
At Couvreurs René Perron, we are experts in the installation and repair of residential, commercial and industrial roofs in the greater...
Mar 11, 2018
IS YOUR FLAT ROOF WELL INSULATED?
Are you the owner of a residential or commercial building with a flat roof? If so, did you know that your heating and cooling costs are...
May 3, 2017
THERMOGRAPHIC INSPECTION OF YOUR ROOF: TO SAVE TIME AND MONEY
Infrared thermography is a foolproof technology for detecting roof problems. Thanks to thermographic inspection, it is now possible to...
May 3, 2017
WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT TO CHOOSE THE WELL ROOFER?
Did you know that even the best-kept house can hide unpleasant surprises? As experts in roof repairs in Montreal and surrounding areas —...
Apr 24, 2017
WHY HAVE YOUR ROOF CLEARED?
In Quebec, winters are harsh and snowfalls can reach considerable heights. Our homes and other buildings are built to endure the moods of...
Jan 2, 2017
5 SIGNS THAT PROVE YOUR ROOF NEEDS CHANGING
How old is your roof? 10 years, 15 years, 25 years? While the age of your roof covering can be a good way to know if it's time to...
Dec 11, 2016
RENÉ PERRON COUVREURS SUPPORTS THE MONTREGIE YOUTH CENTER
At René Perron Couvreurs, a company specializing in roofing in the greater Montreal region, our team is committed to the quality of life...
Sep 4, 2016
WHEN SHOULD YOU RENOVATE A SHINGLE ROOF?
In the best conditions, a roof made of shingles asphalt can last depending on the type of shingles from 20 to 40 years. In Quebec,...
Aug 8, 2016
THE 4 STEPS TO REDO YOUR ROOF: FOLLOW THE ADVICE OF RENÉ PERRON COUVREURS
Redoing your roof is not a task to take lightly. First of all, choose an experienced company that has the know-how, the workforce and the...
Jun 16, 2015
5 GOOD REASONS TO HAVE YOUR ROOF INSPECTED AFTER WINTER
On a roof, the slightest damage can take on considerable proportions. At René Perron Couvreurs, we suggest that your roof be cleaned...
Sep 17, 2014
BOROUGH OF VILLE-MARIE
This borough is the only one in Montreal, and no doubt in Quebec, to require a certified engineering plan for traffic if our trucks take...
Jul 6, 2014
APPOINTMENT
Congratulations to the New Vice-President at René Perron Couvreurs! René Perron Couvreurs, which will soon celebrate its 100th...
Feb 9, 2014
A CAUSE THAT IS CLOSE TO OUR HEARTS
The cause of sick children is very dear to us. René Perron Couvreurs is proud to sponsor Karnak Shriners to support Shriners Hospitals...
Dec 1, 2013
SPECIAL MENTION
René Perron Couvreurs is proud to participate in the Fondation l’air d’aller sponsorship plan in support of the cause for cystic fibrosis...
Nov 11, 2013
ROTTEN WOOD, CARPENTRY, VENTILATION
Not Enough Air = Rotten Wood We often replace roofing (membranes) and see that there is rotten wood. Of course, water infiltration can...
Oct 28, 2013
PREVENTIVE ROOF MAINTENANCE
Enjoy Winter Rather Than Suffering Through It We recommend that, in order to spend the winter in peace, without water infiltration,...
Sep 29, 2013
SUPPORT BASE
Support Base for Air Conditioners, Patios, Etc. Some owners, and even some so-called professionals, have been very generous to us as...
Aug 21, 2013
ROOFING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The photograph below shows that when the covering was removed, there were four membranes instead of one. If there’s a subject that you...
Jul 9, 2013
ELECTRICAL WIRING TRIPOD BASES
As with many other aspects of flat roofs, tripod bases are only very rarely inspected, and they can cause serious damage to your roofing...
May 1, 2013
DRYER VENT
Dryer Vent = Potentially Serious Problems Unfortunately, we regularly see installations like the photograph below on flat roofs. This...
Apr 8, 2013
CHIMNEY AND WALL IN POOR CONDITION
It is common to arrive for an estimate and find chimneys or brick walls in very poor condition. Here is a plaster wall that is in very...
Apr 1, 2013
GRAVEL MEMBRANE
Gravel Membrane: Is it Any Good? Above a gravel membrane that we installed in 2001. In 2012, the neighbours’ wall fell on the membrane....
Feb 25, 2013
CLASS ACTION INVOLVING BP SHINGLES
Premature Wearing of Roofing Shingles: A Class Action Was Launched During the course of our work, we have seen problems related to the...
Feb 13, 2013