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Kirby Hewines

Kirby Hewines

Kirby Hewines is the Owner and Service Manager of Videl Roofing, bringing over 28 years of commercial and industrial roofing experience to every project. He leads project scoping, writes condition reports, and works directly with property owners and managers on maintenance planning and replacement timelines.

Cost of flat roof repairs in Toronto

How Much Does Flat Roof Repair Cost in Toronto? (2026 Guide)

A failed pitch pocket might be a $600 morning repair. A 5,000 sq ft section of saturated membrane is a different conversation entirely. Here's what flat roof repairs actually cost in Toronto in 2026.…

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Modified Bitumen Roofing System

Modified Bitumen Roofing: Torch, Self-Adhered, or Cold-Applied?

Torch-applied modified bitumen requires a written fire safety plan, certified applicators, and a post-work fire watch. It's not appropriate for every occupied building — and if your contractor isn't talking about it, that's a red flag.…

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Single-Ply Membrane vs. Built-Up Roofing

Single-Ply Membrane vs. Built-Up Roofing: What’s Better for Ontario Commercial Roofs?

80% of flat roofs in Ontario get replaced prematurely. The system your contractor recommends often has more to do with what's easiest for them to install than what's right for your building.…

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retail plaza shopping center roofing services and flat roof repairs

Flat Roof Repairs for Strip Plazas and Shopping Centers in Ontario

Spend enough time on Ontario strip plaza roofs and you stop seeing one building. You see grease vapour over the shawarma spot, a dozen HVAC units over the fitness studio, refrigeration condensers over the grocer — and a different repair strategy for each.…

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multi-res condo apartment roofing services

Multi-Res and Condo Roof Repairs and Replacement in Ontario

A failing flat roof on an apartment building doesn't leak into a hallway. It leaks into someone's bedroom at 2 AM and that's the call no Ontario property manager wants to take.…

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What is a Built Up Roofing System?

Built-Up Roofing Systems: Why BUR Outperforms Newer Membranes for Ontario’s Flat Roofs

Most flat roof contractors in Ontario quote a single-ply membrane. After 28+ years of tearing off failed roofs across Southern Ontario, here's why we often recommend 4-ply built-up roofing.…

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epdm roofing ontario

EPDM Roof Membrane: Pros, Cons, and Fitness for Ontario Buildings

EPDM has been used on North American commercial roofs since the 1960s. Here's the full breakdown of EPDM's strengths and weaknesses on Ontario commercial roofs.…

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Warehouse Flat Roofing in Toronto

Warehouse Flat Roofing in Toronto

Did you know a 20-ft ponded section on your warehouse roof can add 2 tons of dead load to a single spot?…

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flat roof replacement cost toronto

How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Flat Roof in Toronto?

60 to 80% of flat roof replacement budget overruns in Toronto come from unexpected issues AFTER tear off. Here's what every property manager should know before approving their next roofing quote.…

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A Flat Roofer's Opinion on TPO Roofing for Ontario Commercial Buildings

TPO Roofing in Ontario: An Honest Flat Roofer’s Perspective

TPO is one of the fastest-growing commercial roof membranes in North America — and one of the most oversold for Ontario's freeze-thaw climate. Here's what 28+ years of flat roofing across Ontario has taught us.…

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How to avoid premature roof replacement

How to Prevent a Premature Roof Replacement by 5+ Years

A leak is almost never proof your roof needs to be replaced. Before you approve a new roof installation, here's what we do to extend roof life by 5 years (or more). …

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spring flat roof maintenance checklist

Spring Flat Roof Maintenance Checklist for Commercial Property Managers

Winter's freeze-thaw cycle just put your flat roof through H-E-🏒-🏒. Before the spring rains expose what's cracked, here's a 5-point inspection checklist every Toronto property manager should run this month.…

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