What You Need to Know about Flat Roofs & Winter Snow

A flat roof is sturdy and easily accessed for maintenance. But when it snows, the weight it carries causes building owners to worry. Penticton has flat roofing experts handy here at Nielsen Roofing. Our roofing pros can tell you what you need to think about when the...

Design Considerations for Your New Metal Roof

A metal roof can extend the life of your building, if you pay attention to the design details at the beginning. It’s essential to understand the complexities and unique advantages of a metal roof before installation starts. Let’s breakdown the elements of an effective...

We Can Help Clad Your Commercial Roof

Replacing a commercial building’s roof is a big decision. At Nielsen, our team knows that in the past three decades many advances in technology mean that new options are available for great value. If you are thinking of a new roof, metal is an interesting alternative...

5 Reasons Why a Metal Roof is Your Best Choice

For those who’ve invested and are now reaping the benefits of a metal roof, the choice is obvious. But for many of us here in B.C., metal roof advantages are sometimes overlooked. Before you head into our next Penticton winter and spending time up to Apex Mountain,...

What Happens When Lightning Strikes a Metal Roof?

As summer in Penticton draws to a close and autumn settles into the South Okanagan valley, changes in our weather can be unpredictable. Thunderstorms and lightning can happen any time of year—but have you ever wondered what happens when lightning strikes a metal roof?...