Shingle Roof Replacement for a 50-Unit Townhouse Complex in Etobicoke

Project Specifications

Summary: Tear-off and total roof replacement of two-story townhouse complex, with height 20-25 feet above grade
Roof cover: BP Mystique 42 shingles (two-tone brown) and related accessories, including Weathertex ice and water membrane and Suredeck synthetic underlayment
Vents: slant back aluminum-style vents
Wall Counter Flashings: Pre-painted dark brown metal

Building Address:

523-535 Rathburn Road, Toronto

Located across from Centennial Park

Etobicoke/West Mall neighbourhood

Engineer:

NoVi Engineering Ltd.

Client Goal/Purpose of Project

The client’s goal for this project was to replace the deteriorating shingle roofs and address underlying substrate issues across all 50 units of the townhouse complex. This included improving ventilation, ensuring proper water runoff management, and enhancing the overall durability and safety of the roofing system, while minimizing disruption to the residents and maintaining the project within budget and schedule.

Key Challenges

Many jobs have surprises requiring problem-solving and work-arounds, which can be especially difficult with a tight time frame and volatile pricing of materials. Some of the challenges we overcame included:

Planning

Tight Time Frame

Awarded the project in late March 2022 with a completion deadline expected by fall 2022. Contractual terms included a payment schedule extending into 2023, necessitating careful scheduling to meet deadlines.

Resource Allocation

Required flexibility to schedule the first phase of work shortly after the award date while planning the remainder for the fall, balancing project demands with material availability and labor resources.

Material Procurement

Secured a performance bond for labor and materials, ensuring financial backing and commitment to the project, which was crucial for planning.

Management & Execution

Unexpected Conditions

Encountered significant areas of rotten wood substrate that were not known before the project, leading to additional safety measures and unexpected work.

Extreme Weather

Faced challenges of working on a hot roof during an unprecedented summer heatwave, where temperatures consistently exceeded 30 degrees Celsius, impacting crew performance and safety.

Rising Material Prices

Dealt with periods of steeply rising prices for materials, requiring quick adjustments to stay within budget despite fluctuating costs, which made sticking to estimates challenging.

Access and Site Layout

Managed logistical issues caused by inaccessible areas within the complex, necessitating manual transport of debris to bins located in the main parking area, which was labor-intensive, especially in adverse weather.

Before and After:

The photos below showcase the townhouse complex before the full roof and aluminum system replacement, highlighting the deteriorating shingles and substrate issues, alongside images of the completed project demonstrating the new, durable roofing system.

Shingle Roof Outcome

We were able to stick to the estimated pricing, complete the project quickly, and provide safety for our workers for four major reasons:

Labor Resources

Utilized sufficient labor resources to promptly initiate the project right after it was awarded.

Experienced Crew

Engaged an experienced and dedicated crew that enabled safe and efficient completion of the job.

Supplier Relationships

Leveraged strong relationships with suppliers to lock in pricing, mitigating the impact of rising material costs.

Effective Communication

Fostered smooth collaboration with the engineer through the project team’s experience and communication skills.

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