If you’ve never replaced a roof before, it can feel a bit daunting. Homeowners often ask us what actually happens during a roof replacement, how disruptive it will be, and why some roofs seem to last much longer than others. At Smyles Home Solutions , we believe that understanding the process helps homeowners make better decisions - and feel more confident about their investment. This guide breaks down what’s involved in a roof replacement , step by step, and explains why pro

If you own a home on Vancouver Island, chances are you’ve dealt with moss on your roof - or will at some point. Between our rainforest climate, heavy rainfall, and coastal moisture, moss growth is basically unavoidable here . At Smyles Home Solutions , we regularly inspect roofs across Nanaimo, Cedar, Nanoose Bay, Parksville, and the rest of Vancouver Island. One of the most common questions we hear is: “Is this moss actually a problem, or does my roof just look bad?” The ans

For many homeowners, roof replacement isn’t something you think about until there’s a problem - a leak, missing shingles, or damage after a storm. But on Vancouver Island, planning ahead  can save a lot of stress (and money) down the road. At Smyles Home Solutions , we’ve worked on roofs across Nanaimo and the rest of Vancouver Island for over ten years, and we've seen the whole spectrum of roofing conditions. One thing we've learned is that, knowing when to replace your roof