The Mega Siding Blog.
Honest guidance on siding, roofing, exterior insulation and renovation projects across BC, written by the crew that installs them.
Building Envelope Restoration in BC: A Guide for Stratas and Building Owners
Building envelope restoration in BC for stratas and owners: signs of envelope failure, what a rainscreen rebuild involves, phasing, consultants, warranties.
BC Step Code and Exterior Insulation: A Guide for Owners and Builders
BC Step Code explained for owners and builders. How the BC Energy Step Code works, what continuous exterior insulation is, and how to hit effective R-values.
The Complete Roofing Guide for BC Homes and Buildings
A complete roofing guide for BC. Compare asphalt shingles, metal, torch-on flat, and cedar shake roofing, learn roof lifespans, and plan a roof replacement.
What Is a Rainscreen, and Why Does BC Need It?
Rainscreen walls explained in plain language: how the drainage gap works, why the BC climate demands it, and what a proper rainscreen rebuild involves.
James Hardie vs Vinyl Siding in BC: How to Choose
A practical comparison of James Hardie fiber cement and vinyl siding for British Columbia buildings: durability, fire, cost, and where each one fits.
The Complete Guide to Siding for BC Buildings
How siding works in the BC climate: material options, rainscreen basics, and what commercial, multi-family and residential owners should know before a re-clad.