Michaud's Comfort contracting

08/14/2026

Having a spouse in your life who stays by your side through thick and thin and helps you with everything is one of life's greatest blessings

08/13/2026

Roofing myth: “If there’s no leak, the roof is fine.”

The truth? Roof damage can develop quietly long before water starts dripping from the ceiling. Missing granules, cracked shingles, damaged flashing, poor ventilation and soft spots can all signal trouble.

Regular inspections can catch small problems before they become expensive indoor waterfalls! 🏠🔨

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08/12/2026

08/11/2026

WHAT IS A GABLE ROOF?
It’s one of the most common roof shapes — you’ve probably seen it a thousand times! A gable roof is the classic triangle shape, ideal for shedding water and snow (especially in Northern BC).
Gables also help with ventilation and often create space for attics or vaulted ceilings. Beauty, function, and durability — all in one.
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08/10/2026

A look at a recent roofing job! 🏠🔨

Old shingles can show their age through granule loss, curling edges, cracks and brittle or broken sections. Catching these warning signs early can help prevent leaks and more costly damage down the road.

If your roof is looking a little rough around the edges, we’d be happy to take a look!

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08/09/2026

Take a close look at this older roofline.

Notice the exposed ends of the rafters?

Today we're accustomed to seeing the underside of a roof overhang neatly enclosed, but open eaves have a long history — and the story of how we got from exposed rafters to the modern soffit stretches back centuries.

The eave itself is ancient. Builders around the world learned that extending a roof beyond the walls helped direct rainwater away from the building while also providing shade.

In China, broad projecting eaves became one of the defining features of traditional architecture. By the Zhou dynasties, which stretched from 1046 to 256 BC, timber-frame construction was already developing into the architectural tradition we associate with historic Chinese buildings.

Ancient Greek and Roman builders also made projecting rooflines an important architectural feature. Their elaborate cornices helped influence European architecture for centuries afterward.

But what about the soffit?

The word itself gives us a clue.

“Soffit” comes through French from the Italian word “soffitto,” with roots in Latin referring to something fastened underneath. The word “soffit” is recorded in English as far back as 1592.

For a long time, however, the underside of an eave didn't necessarily have to be enclosed. Rafters could simply remain exposed, much like those visible in this photo.

And here's where the story takes an interesting turn.

In the early 1900s, exposed rafters weren't merely something builders hadn't covered — architects actually began celebrating them.

Brothers Charles and Henry Greene became famous for their California Craftsman homes with broad overhanging roofs and beautifully exposed rafter tails.

Their 1908 Gamble House in Pasadena, California, became one of the best-known examples of American Arts and Crafts architecture.

By roughly 1905–1930, wide eaves and exposed rafter tails had become recognizable characteristics of Craftsman homes and bungalows across North America.

Eventually, enclosed or “boxed” eaves became commonplace on many homes. The finished underside — the soffit — created a clean appearance, covered the roof framing and helped close off potential entry points for birds, insects and other unwanted little tenants. 🐦🐝🐿️

Modern soffits have evolved again.

Many now incorporate ventilation, allowing outside air to enter the attic as part of a properly designed roof ventilation system.

So there's quite a bit of history hiding in that little strip beneath your roof:

🏠 Eave = the roof overhang
🔨 Soffit = the finished underside

From ancient buildings, to a word recorded in English in 1592, to California Craftsman homes of the early 1900s, to the vented soffits on homes today — even the parts of our houses we hardly notice have a story.

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08/08/2026

Some days, the best part of the job is simply looking up and realizing this is your office. ☀️🏡

Fresh air, wide-open views, and another roof getting done right. I’ve never been much for sitting behind a desk all day — I’d much rather be out here, working with my hands and helping homeowners protect what matters most.

There’s a lot to love about this work, and days like this are definitely high on the list.

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08/07/2026

Day 2. Hit a snag but oh well. Thanks to our knowledgeable crew member, who’s always got a job doing HVAC services when he goes his own way! (Not our specialty but we got it this time.)

Somethings separate us from a handful of roofers who avoid pulling the underlayment to look for rot. Remove every roofing nail in the OSB to avoid penetrations after the snow does what snow does.

We address attic issues because if the attic fails, so will our roofs unfortunately so attic inspections are a good idea to ensure no moisture is seeping into the attic, no drywall is exposed, and adequate air flow is flowing through the roofing system.

Safety is provided for the whole crew. (Sometimes a challenge on the low slopes as the ropes drag and snag (( another reason we pull every nail sticking up rather than hammer them down) to keep our ropes in good working conditions.

We train! From how to walk on a roof, to pulling nails, and eventually sinking them too if they stick it out and put in the labor initially.

We snap chalk lines. They aren’t a guaranteed science but with time, rechecking measurements and being aware of the “smile” effect surely helps to keep the rows flowing straight, avoiding low rows over gables, and enabling workers to work side by each.

Alright everybody. Blackburn thankfully allowed us to put in another 13 hour day to ensure that it was water tight for the night to prevent the morning dew from infiltrating the insulation. I’m signing off.

08/07/2026

Alright. Going home. Removed the paper to look for rot. Removed every nail minus truss nails to ensure none wiggle up through the new materials. Timely? Yes. Hot? Yes. But that’s what we do.

Thank you TREMENDOUSLY to WJ STOR AND GO for dropping off a bin asap without notice. Filled in the first day, ready for a quick dump and ready to fill it up again. No point wasting time with a dump trailer. No flats. Just efficiency. Much appreciated! WJ Stor & Go

08/05/2026

If it feels warm standing in your driveway today, imagine adding a dark roof, direct sunshine, and shingles that soak up heat. ☀️🏠

Even on a day that doesn't seem extreme, temperatures on a roof can be dramatically hotter than they are at ground level. Dark asphalt shingles can become hot enough to make every step a reminder that roofing isn't for the faint of heart.

That's why roofers pace themselves, stay hydrated, wear the right gear, and take breaks when needed. Working safely isn't about slowing down—it's about making sure every job is done properly without risking the people doing the work.

The next time you see a roofing crew hard at work on a sunny day, give them a little wave (or maybe a cold drink if you know them!). They're earning every shingle they install.

Stay cool, stay safe, and remember—your roof works hard every day, and so do the people who build it.

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