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Flashing & Trim That Last

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Flashing & Trim That Last: Details Separating 5-Year vs. 25-Year Jobs

When it comes to exterior siding, roofing, and windows, it’s not just the main materials that determine whether a project lasts decades or starts failing in just a few winters. The unsung heroes—flashing and trim details—are what separate a five-year patch job from a 25-year investment. In Ottawa’s harsh climate of freeze-thaw cycles, heavy rain,

Flashing & Trim That Last

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Flashing & Trim That Last: Details Separating 5-Year vs 25-Year Jobs

When it comes to siding and exterior projects, many homeowners focus solely on the siding material itself. But the true difference between a siding job that fails within five years and one that endures for twenty-five years or more lies in the details—specifically the flashing and trim work. These are not just decorative elements; they