Can I convert my roof to a dry ridge?
Mortar and pointing has been used in the construction industry as a traditional method for installing ridge tiles since construction began. As mortar ages over time, cracks begin to appear…
Case Study: RapidRidge Install
We interviewed Scott, the latest person to install RapidRidge, to get his opinions on this innovative method of installing roof ridges. In summary Scott mentions “RapidRidge is a straightforward system…
Ventilation options. Their benefits and disadvantages.
Condensation is every homeowner’s biggest nightmare. Proper ventilation is critical for a prolonged building and roof life. To simplify your decision, here are the various ventilation options, their benefits, and…
What are the dangers of poor roof ventilation?
When assessing the health of their roofs most homeowners evaluate major things like leaks and shingle damage, but forget other issues like ventilation that can cause severe problems too. Poor…
Ventilated Roof Vs. Non-Ventilated Roof
When deciding on a new roof, you may be deliberating between a ventilated or non-ventilated roof. Below, we break down the pros and cons of each roof type to help…
Why does Europe dry fix their roof ridges? A lesson for Australia.
In Australia, mortar has historically been the most popular way to install tiles and fix roof ridges, however there are a few things that actually make mortar unsuitable for a…
RapidRidge Wins HIA Australian GreenSmart Award
HIA have just announced the winners of the HIA Australian GreenSmart Awards 2018, and we’re proud to say that Evo Building Products has taken out the HIA Australian GreenSmart Product…
Dry fixing roof tiles vs wet mortar
There are two methods for fixing ridge caps to your roof: traditional wet mortar and the dry fixed system. Although wet mortar has long been used in residential construction to…
How can dry fixing your roof ridge save you time and money?
Traditionally, wet mortar has been used for securing and sealing roof ridge capping, but this practice is now being replaced in favour of dry fixed systems, new technology that delivers…
What can new homes do about the increasing cost of electricity?
Shop around for a good energy provider and think about ventilation… It’s now official if you didn’t know already but electricity (and gas prices) have increased sharply in recent years…