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    Watertite Roofing Wins Two Prestigious Business Awards!

    We are beyond honored to announce that Watertite Roofing – Specialists in Flat Roofing Since 1976 has won two incredible awards at the…

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    Watertite Roofing Nominated for Two Dunnville Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards!

    We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been nominated for two prestigious awards by the Dunnville Chamber of Commerce…

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    Cold Weather Roof Leaks: The Hidden Culprit

    At Watertite Roofing – Specialists in Flat Roofing Since 1976, we’ve been receiving an influx of calls about apparent flat roof leaks due to the recent extreme cold. However, upon inspection, we often find that…

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    Protecting a Local McDonald’s: A Flat Roofing Success Story

    When it comes to flat roofing, many people think it’s just about the surface. However, a well-installed flat roof requires a more comprehensive approach – one that considers the entire roof envelope. This includes all the interconnected components that work together to protect the building from the elements, such as weather, moisture, and temperature fluctuations. Recently, we had the opportunity to apply this expertise to a well-known local business – a McDonald’s restaurant.

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    Exposed Rooftop Ducts: A Common Source of Leaks

    In this blog, we explore how exposed rooftop ducts can be a hidden source of leaks in flat roofs and how Watertite Roofing has a reliable solution. Discover our innovative insulation and encapsulation process, designed to protect your home from water damage while enhancing HVAC efficiency. Learn how addressing this issue now can save you time and money in the long run!

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    Watertite Roofing’s Coed Youth Soccer Team Wins Gold!

    Our Watertite Roofing youth under-8 coed soccer team has wrapped up their season with a remarkable achievement—winning the Gold Medal! Under the dedicated guidance of our very own Zak Keyes, a valued member of the Watertite team, these young athletes completed their end-of-season tournament undefeated, bringing home the GOLD.

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    ​Watertite Roofing Earns a 5-Star Google Review for Expert Leak Repair at a Dental Office!

    We are excited to share that Watertite Roofing has received another, glowing, 5-star review on Google for our recent work on a flat roof on a dental office in the Niagara region of Ontario!

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    Watertite Celebrating History and Heritage at the No. 6 RCAF Museum Open House

    Watertite Roofing’s 1946 Chevrolet flatbed truck featured at the No. 6 RCAF Museum open house and car show in Dunnville, Ontario.

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    Worried About Your Building Carbon Footprint? No Problem, Just Cool It!

    Briefly, during the tenure of NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg (2002-2013) there was a specific environmental initiative to reduce the city’s carbon footprint, save energy costs, and create an employment opportunity for young workers. It was supported by the Energy..

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    Over 48 Years of Reasons to Trust Watertite Roofing!

    Since 2008, Watertite Roofing has exclusively installed these Duro-Last PVC roofs and has become Ontario’s trusted Duro-Last flat and low-slope roofing installer, receiving awards year-after-year for outstanding workmanship, professionalism and sales. Have a look below at our awards history!

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    Roofing Sleuthing – What Can be Done About A Leaky Roof?

    Every building has its own footprint and characteristics which are unique, and so each flat roofing project requires special considerations, a comprehensive analysis, and site-specific solutions.

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    Keep Your Flat Roof Drains Flowing: A Guide to Roof Drain Maintenance with Watertite Roofing

    If you’re like us, you know you appreciate the comfort and security that a well-installed flat roof offers &mdash it’s the first line of defense against whatever Mother Nature throws your way. But let’s talk about something that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves: the humble roof drain…

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    Safeguarding Consumers: Webs of Deception & The Better Business Bureau’s Modern Relevance

    In an era marked by the rapid advancement of technology and the proliferation of online platforms, consumers face an unprecedented array of choices when it comes to purchasing goods and services. While the digital age has brought unparalleled convenience and accessibility, it…

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    Honoured and Humbled: Watertite Roofing Awarded Duro-Last’s “Ontario Contractor of the Year”

    As the proud recipients of the Duro-last Ontario Contractor of the Year Award for 2023, we at Watertite Roofing are filled with immense gratitude and a profound sense of accomplishment. Being recognized for our dedication to excellence in commercial & industrial roofing is a testament to the hard work…

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    A New Duro-Last Flat Roof System for Our Local Assisted Living Home
    A New Duro-Last Flat Roof System for Our Local Assisted Living Home

    At Watertite Roofing, we believe in not just providing roofing solutions but also in creating lasting impressions through our craftsmanship. Recently, we had the privilege of working with Maple Grove Place to enhance the comfort and durability of their facility with a brand-new…

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    Duro-Last Metal Retrofit System at Sunrise Spas

    In the realm of commercial and industrial roofing, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a game-changer. And when it comes to revolutionizing roofing solutions, the marriage of technology and craftsmanship is key. Recently, our team had the privilege of transforming the roofing…

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    our service areas

    Watertite Roofing proudly serves communities across Southern Ontario, delivering expert flat roofing solutions with proven reliability. From St. Catharines to Brantford, Hamilton to Dunnville, our certified team brings decades of experience to every project. We understand local needs and tailor our services for lasting results—whether it’s a repair, replacement, or retrofit. With offices conveniently located, we’re never far when your business needs trusted, high-performance roofing.

    What our customers are saying

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    Well, we started by looking for an award-winning roofing material that could withstand the harsh Canadian weather. Then we discover Dura-Last – the most advanced vinyl roofing material ever developed. In so doing we also discovered an award winning flat roofing installer, even recommended by Dura-Last themselves. Turns out Watertite Roofing is the best flat roofing installer in Canada, serving right here in Southern Ontario. Went to their office, and I couldn’t believe the number of awards that they have received. Hall walls full of awards. Nobody gets that many awards unless you’re real good. So we not only get an Award winning product to protect our commercial investment, but we get the award-winning installers to boot. Don’t gamble with your commercial properties – Watertite Roofing; the flat roofing specialists.

    Don Cormier

    Watertite did an amazing job with our rooftop terrace installation, very professional and built to last many years. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a solution that is long lasting and low maintenance. Amazing job!

    Glenn Edwards

    We hired Watertite Roofing to repair a leaking flat overhang on the front of our house that had been poorly done by another roofing company about 10 years earlier. Rot had set in and owner Zak Keyes had the solution for a permanent fix. Lead hand Jon took over from there and skillfully directed his crew to undo all the damage, working tirelessly in cold weather to give us a house that looks great and the knowledge that the problems are fixed for good. We highly recommend Watertite Roofing for flat roof construction and repair. Leanne and Pierre – Hamilton Ontario

    Leanne Joanisse

    Great responsiveness, good value and no hidden costs. Would not hesitate to recommend this company to anyone needing roof work. Chris Elgar of C Elgar Holdings Limited.

    Chris Elgar

    During a heavy rain event, the roof leaked and one of the tenant was concerned about the leak. I called Watertite Roofing and they were on the roof to patch the leak by end of the same day. In the meantime, they did an assessment of the roof and provided a quotation within days for the replacement of the roof. Once the quotation was approved, Watertite Roofing promptly began to replace the roof the following day. The foreman on site for Watertite Roofing was considerate of intrusion to the businesses and their clients. The site foreman was approachable and made changes requested by the landlord. The work was completed in four days and before the next rainfall. Communication with the head office was always pleasant and frequent updates were provided every several days of work progress by the Operations Manager/Estimator. I was pleased with the quick response and the professional manner in which the work was completed ahead of time.

    Silvio Mucciarelli

    Thank you Ibrahim, We really appreciate your Google rating us five stars. Can you share a few words about your experience please as it would be helpful for fellow Googlers. Thank you kindly from Management and Staff

    Ibrahim Jame Mosque

    I had the opportunity to work with Watertite in 2008, they educated me on their product along with the installation process. The job was completed in a diligent and timely manner and the material is a superior technologically advanced product. Most recently, I had an ice issue this past December where Watertite came out to my building to tackle an ice issue. Upon completion, I was shocked to hear from Zak that there was NO charge for the time spent. There are a very few out there that exercise honest ethical business practice…….THANK YOU

    Zappa Zappa

    After doing a lot of research on possible solutions for renewing an existing 35yr old low pitch corrugated metal roof on a pre-eng industrial building; a membrane overlay system was chosen as the most effective from a performance, cost and warranty standpoint. After engaging 3 local firms for proposals, it quickly became apparent that Watertite was by far the best solution to meet our needs. Their rep (Zak) was very easy to work with, maintained great communications, and was very professional/responsive to any questions or communications I had. Through the whole process (survey, quotation, project coordination/execution, and wrap-up), Watertite and their personnel were top notch with little inconvenience to the tenant. Definitely would not hesitate to highly recommend Watertite and the Duro-last membrane system.

    Dave Allan

    Zak at Watertite was fantastic! Called him up to get a quote and was very happy with the responsiveness. The work was completed as promised and in a very professional. Would definitely recommend them for any roofing needs.

    D. B.

    The crew from Watertite Roofing did and amazing job. They were professional and friendly and worked hard to get the job done. Quality of work was fantastic. It even cost less than originally quoted and appreciated the honesty. Highly recommend this company.

    J. W.

    It’s great to see local businesses such as Watertite Roofing – Specialists in Flat Roofing actively participating and helping the local community. Thank-you so much for your support this year at our BMX race track. We all do it for the kids!

    FALLS BMX PARK (Falls BMX Park)

    As a custom home builder and renovator we work on many unique projects that require unique products and solutions. We only work with contractors that can provide the level of professionalism, service, and product quality that we demand of ourselves for our clientele. Watertite Roofing is one of those contractors who sets the bar higher for others. Their response time, organization of operations, and delivery on service is rarely paralleled. And they install a durable, well warrantied product that takes a load off our minds. We wouldn’t use anyone else.

    David Tucker

    In 2018 the team at Watertite installed a new flat roof on our building. Being that it was fairly new product and procedures to us we were a bit apprehensive at first. However, Zak and the team were great to deal with in terms of explaining the new product and installation procedures and it really eased our mind during the decision making process. During installation the team couldn’t have been better. Quick, clean and efficient, very knowledgeable and upon completion they took the time to explain the do’s and don’ts as well as general maintenance tips for us to follow. This past week during the excessive snow storms we’ve had in our area we had some water dripping into our office and showroom. Zak had a team member over the next business day to have a look, at no charge. He did the best he could to clear the water and ice from a frozen eavestrough and downspout that was causing water to travel behind siding and under the membrane. We are very grateful for them to have come out so quickly and not even charge us even though the leak wasn’t even from their roof installation! We have another project in the works for the spring time and we will definitely be going with the team at Watertite again!

    Steve Yendt

    We did our due diligence on roofers when we needed a complete new 15,000 square foot flat roof. All signs were positive for Watertite and they did not disappoint us, they did a great job. Zack was our main contact and he kept us informed throughout the project and always returned our calls in a timely fashion. Well done Watertite team! Larry Fontaine, president of Fontaine Transport Inc.

    Barb Fontaine

    Zac and his team have been incredible from our first contact. They were the most reasonably priced of 4 quotes, got the job done quickly when they said they would, have promptly responded to any queries and have came back to support installation of ventwork during renovations. The new roof, trim and eaves troughs look great and we’re very happy with the service.

    Amanda Harry

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