In southeast Queensland, wind can be sudden and powerful. Summer storms catch us off guard every year, and the consequences can be devastating for your home, particularly your roof, as it bears the brunt of extreme weather.

Most of us don’t give much thought to our home’s roof, so roofing terminology usually isn’t in our vocabularies. But one of the most important functions of a home is to provide us with shelter from the elements, including keeping water out, which your roof does tremendously well.

Roof decks have gained popularity the last few years, specially for those living in busy cities where space is limited. Patio roofs are the perfect way to include nature in your home. The biggest draw of roof decks is the uninterrupted views, so even if you have room for a traditional outdoor deck, you may want to investigate the deck roof options available to you. Other advantages of a roof deck are the reduced traffic noise, added insulation to your…

You’ve probably never seen much of your roof’s internal structure—even its external structure can be difficult to see. So, when the tradies arrive and start reeling off words you’ve never heard before, you’ll probably be confused. After all, roofing terminology isn’t the sort of thing that makes its way into most people’s everyday vocabulary. That’s why we’ve collated some common roofing terms that you might hear when the roofers arrive at your home.

Skylights (also known as roof windows or roof lights) have been around since the mid-1800s. Since this time, technological advances have allowed skylights to improve and expand in range, size, and style. With the right skylight design, your home will feel more spacious and open, and be filled with natural light. Other benefits include the ability to reduce mould, strained eyesight, and your electricity bill. They can also add value to your home, and contribute to a more energy efficient…

It takes 42 hours to drive from Australia’s northernmost town (Bamaga) to Melbourne, clocking a total of 3,694 kilometres, and covering two of the earth’s climate zones. You’ll pass flourishing rainforest, barren desert, surging mountain ranges, and everything in between. The awesome diversity of our country has led to a variety of housing styles—Queenslanders, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco, and more—each with unique designs that suit their environment.

We all need shelter from the elements, especially in a country regularly lashed with ferocious storms, with piercing sunshine in between them. Our homes need a sturdy, well-built roof that will protect us from the rain and heat, and go the distance.

Commercial roofing is any type of roofing fitted to a commercial building. It’s easy to assume that commercial roofing is the same as residential roofing—they’re both just buildings, right? But in reality, commercial buildings are usually much larger, and have a number of different considerations and requirements for their roof.

Many a homeowner has spent time weighing up the pros and cons of installing a skylight.  When considering whether to add a feature to their property, a homeowner should always consider the benefits, and whether it’s worth the cost.

Skylights are a great addition to a home. They let in mood-boosting natural light, fresh air to ventilate the room, and look great. They also increase the value of your home.