WINNIPEG, MB: The internet is full of information – and misinformation. Even asking ChatGPT could provide one with misinformation. M&M Roofing & Exteriors, a roofing contractor serving Winnipeg and the surrounding areas, wants Winnipeggers to know about a bit of misinformation it has found online: Claims that the Manitoba Building Code (2024) requires all roofs to have underlayment.
These claims are false. Underlayments play a role in roofing systems, but they are not required. In fact, some types may be more detrimental to a home than good.
There are many different types of underlayment on the market, and these products serve a number of purposes. They primarily act as a moisture barrier, protecting your home against rain and other water sources that may infiltrate through damaged or windblown shingles. Some underlayments may also add fire-resistant properties to your roof.
These underlayments are not a one-size-fits-all solution, however; more is not always better, and the type of roof, the roofing materials used, and other factors can all affect the type of underlayment that should be installed, where it should be installed, and how it should be installed.
Manufacturers will always recommend the use of underlayment with their roofing system; however, they, along with the manufacturers of these underlayments, will also caution one as to what criteria should be met in order to use them.
“When roofing companies publish false information online, it can lead to consumers making the wrong decision because they think more is better,” said Marc Maric, the owner of M&M Roofing & Exteriors.
For over 15 years, M&M Roofing & Exteriors has provided customers in Winnipeg and the surrounding area with exterior renovation services. These services include inspecting, installing, and repairing roofing, siding, soffits, fascias, and eaves. The company also offers more specialized services, including chimney repair, vent repair and installation. It offers warranties on its shingles, ranging from 25-year warranties to lifetime warranties.
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Name
M&M Roofing & Exteriors
Contact name
Marc Maric
Contact phone
(204) 783-7663
Contact address
169 Luxton Ave
City
Winnipeg
State
MB
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R2W 0L8
Country
Canada
Url
https://mmroofingandexteriors.com/
