in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, N ov em be r 22 ,2 01 8 | 32 A strong roof protects your home and family, but because your roof is constantly exposed to changing weather and environ- mental conditions, it's bound to age. Here are some common causes of roofing wear and tear from Jack Rende, senior mer-and tear from Jack Rende, senior mer-and tear from Jack Rende, senior mer chant of building materials at The Home Depot Canada. The sun's heat and ultraviolet rays They age roofing materials, especially on west- and south-facing surfaces. Rainwater under shingles This causes rot and threatens the struc- tural integrity of your roof. High winds These can lift shingles and force water and debris underneath. Melting snow When temperatures rise and climb, re- freezing of water can block drainage into gutters and allow water to sneak into roof-gutters and allow water to sneak into roof-gutters and allow water to sneak into roof ing materials and inside your home. Tree branches Branches blowing in the wind or falling from trees can cause damage to your shin- gles. Leaves on the roof and in gutters can also hold moisture and cause rot and poor drainage. Missing or torn shingles This makes it easier for remaining shin- gles to rip or be blown off, which in turn makes it easier for moisture to enter and damage the interior roof structure. Make sure to invest in shingles with advanced protection capabilities, such as GAF's Tim- berline High-Definition shingles. Whether you're installing a new roof or fixing an old one, contact The Home Depot Canada's installation services profession- als for a free estimate. (NC) Advertorial What causes damage to your roof? For all your advertising and marketing needs contact Ty Tulloch at ttulloch@starmetrolandmedia.com or 289-293-0690 Goodbye LynnMacFarlane I want to bid farewell to you all and inform you that I am leaving Metroland. Thursday November 22nd is my last day at work. I have enjoyed working for this company and my clients and I appreciate having had this wonderful opportunity to work with you all. During these last 17 years you all have provided me support and through your encouragement and guidance I have been able to excel at this career. I now look forward to this new career opportunity that will bring forth new challenges and add more diverse experience to my future. I wish everyone and the company every success in all its future endeavors. CONTACT ME FOR YOUR FREE HOME EVALUATION BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! Halton Hills • 120' x 240' setting • Garage/Outbuilding on property ~ ideal man cave. $489,000 VACANT LOT STUNNING IN GRIMSBY! • Approx 3000 sq ft open concept • Unfinished lwr level • Approx $80,000 in upgrades includes new kitchen • Mins to shopping, Marina. $914,900 BETTER THAN NEW! EXECUTIVES TAKE NOTICE! • Spectacular 4 bdrm, 3 baths • Pool & backs onto Sheldon Creek • Extensive UPGRADES • Steps to trails, Lake & shopping. $1,699,000 BACK YARD OASIS! ENTERTAINER'S DREAM COUNTRY ESTATE! • Custom 4+1 bdrm, 4.5 bth BUNGALOFT on quiet crt • Loft w/3 bdrms & 2 bths • Backyard oasis w/POOL • A must see! $2,695,000 7 INCREDIBLE ACRES! LIFESTYLE ~ YOUR STYLE! ~ DOWNTOWN CORE •Approx 1600 sq ft unit •1 underground parking, 1 locker •Outdoor pool •Steps to Spencer Smith & waterfront $619,999 PRESTIGIOUS MILLCROFT END UNIT! • Approx 1979 sq ft + unfinished lwr lvl • UPGRADED! • Fully fenced & private. $749,900 • 2010 Atkinson Drive OPEN TO OFFERS! NEW LISTING OPEN HOUSESUN 2-4