Alberta Government Flood Mitigation policy
The Alberta Government has posted some directions for homeowners affected by our recent flood on it's website. To view these policies please CLICK HERE.
Wood shake roof conversions can require extra effort
You never know what you're going to find when you take off an existing roof. In this instance the asphalt shingles had been installed over a wood shake roof. It became apparent as to why when we removed the cedar…
Advantages of Spray Foam insulation
Our partners at Icynene have provided this informative graphic which outlines some of the benefits of Spray foam insulation. Spray foam is an effective insulation tool who's uses are gaining more popularity all the time. If you're interested in…
Options for flood wet insulation customers
We're trying something new here at IDEAL to aid in the renovation and reconstruction of the flood damaged areas of the greater Calgary area. Please visit our Insulation page to review information posted under Flood Damaged Insulation. Under normal conditions…
IDEAL helps out the High River flood clean-up effort
On Wednesday, July 10th 2013 IDEAL sent our 5-ton trucks, 1/2 ton pickups and 25 staff members to High River, AB to volunteer in the flood clean-up efforts. To say the help was needed is an understatement. Everywhere we went…
IDEAL Employee Appreciation Day
IDEAL staff got together for a fun day of paintball this weekend. The weather was great and the paint was flying. Thanks to all staff for making it out!
Proper install of Plumbing Boots
When evaluating the quality of install of Plumbing boots please consider the following: - shingles overlapping the flanges of the vent are solid pieces - a minimum 1" space between the vents base and the shingles surrounding it - tar…
Proper Gooseneck Vent install
When evaluating the quality of a Gooseneck vent installation look for the following: - shingles overlapping the flanges of the vent are solid pieces - a minimum 1" space between the vents base and the shingles surrounding it -…
Information on Mould
Found this brochure produced by Alberta Health Services outlining some facts about Mould. check it out at this link Alberta Health Services mould brochure
Attic insulation tips diagrams
Found these 2 diagrams on a Google image search. I think they do a good job of outlining the difference between a positively performing attic vs. a negative situation.