Design Considerations for Your New Metal Roof

A metal roof can extend the life of your building, if you pay attention to the design details at the beginning. It’s essential to understand the complexities and unique advantages of a metal roof before installation starts. Let’s breakdown the elements of an effective...

We Can Help Clad Your Commercial Roof

Replacing a commercial building’s roof is a big decision. At Nielsen, our team knows that in the past three decades many advances in technology mean that new options are available for great value. If you are thinking of a new roof, metal is an interesting alternative...

5 Reasons Why a Metal Roof is Your Best Choice

For those who’ve invested and are now reaping the benefits of a metal roof, the choice is obvious. But for many of us here in B.C., metal roof advantages are sometimes overlooked. Before you head into our next Penticton winter and spending time up to Apex Mountain,...

What Happens When Lightning Strikes a Metal Roof?

As summer in Penticton draws to a close and autumn settles into the South Okanagan valley, changes in our weather can be unpredictable. Thunderstorms and lightning can happen any time of year—but have you ever wondered what happens when lightning strikes a metal roof?...

Essential Metal Roof Maintenance for Fall

As the leaves turn crimson and gold in Penticton’s Selby Park, it’s clear that autumn is just around the corner. That reminds homeowners and businesses across the South Okanagan to think about metal roof maintenance! Custom metal roofs are much easier to maintain than...