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Visit us this Saturday, January 23, 2016 at the S.I.S. Open House from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm!  S.I.S. is now a member of The Alberta Renovation Warranty Program.  This program offers both a Deposit Protection Insurance as well as a Home Warranty Insurance up to $100,000.  Another reason to hire S.I.S. as your Exterior Renovations Specialist  This is one of many Industry programs and organizations that we belong to.  Ask one of our Renovation Consultants for details or click below on either logo.  Windows, Doors, Siding (James Hardie / vinyl), stucco and more.....  

For more information call us at 403-640-1334 or e-mail us contact@sisltd.ca.

       

James Hardie® Siding also called Hardie Board siding is made of fiber-cement with ColorPlus® technology and known to weather all of the elements thrown at it. The rich wood grain finishes will give your home real lasting curb appeal and unsurpassed durability.  There are many benefits to choosing Hardie® Board to complete your exterior renovation.

Hardie Board siding vs. vinyl and wood composite siding:

1. Flame Resistance: James Hardie®siding is noncombustible and approved for fire-rated construction.  Vinyl, wood and wood composite siding will melt or burn when exposed to a significant source of heat or flame.  
2. Fade Resistance:  Hardie®Board has factory applied, baked on paint finish which provides up to 30% better fade resistance than other products.  
3. Weather Resistance:  Hardie®Board resists rotting, warping, cracking, hail and high winds up to 150 mph.  
4. Appearance: The Hardie®Board product is twice as thick as vinyl, and provides deeper shadow lines and a more natural wood grain texture. 
5. Pest Resistance:  James Hardie® siding is resistant to woodpeckers, termites and other pests known to cause damage to wood siding.

Click HERE for more information on James Hardie siding.

Call us at 403-640-1334 to arrange for a quote or e-mail us at contact@sisltd.ca

To see how Portatec Doors can enhance your entryway to the world and view their most recent catalogue click HERE.

To set up an appointment with a S.I.S. Renovation Consultant call 403-640-1334 or e-mail us at contact@sisltd.ca.

Looking for a Contemporary front entry door system?  If so, you will want to view the Urbania Collection from Portatec Doors, a contemporary design of European inspiration and manufactured in Canada.  This contemporary door line was introduced by Portatec in March of 2012 at the Montreal National Home Show and was an instant attraction.  Below are some of the options available for the Urbania Collection:

• Ultra resistant 22 gauge steel doors with option of wood finish (reconstructed wood fiber, veneer originating from forests which are managed using FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) on a steel surface.
• Wood finish protected by a stain and an ultra resistant clear polyurethane varnish.
• Six wood species and ten standard colours available as well as custom stain colour matching.
• Possibility to create your own door and door/window design as well as your own colour arrangement.
• Click HERE for more information on the Urbania Collection.

Click HERE for more photos of the Urbania Contempary Door collection.  Call us at 403-640-1334 for a quote or e-mail us at contact@sisltd.ca.

Do you have a teenager who is itching to move to a bedroom in the basement?  Are you concerned that the window is not large enough to be a bedroom window if someone needed to escape through it? 

As per section 9.7.1.2 of the Alberta Building Code the following are the legal requirements for a bedroom window:

1.    Except where the suite is sprinklered, each bedroom or combination bedroom shall have at least one outside window or exterior door openable from the inside without the use of keys, tools or special knowledge and without the removal of sashes or hardware.  (As per our extremely knowledgable Job Coordinator, Megan Whiteside, this means that you cannot put awning windows into a bedroom window because they require special knowledge to unlatch the hardware to allow for escape.)

2.    The window referred to in Sentence (1) shall
        (a) provide an unobstructed opening of not less than 0.35 square metres (or 3.77 square feet) in area with no dimension less than 380 mm (15 inches) and
        (b) maintain the required opening during an emergency without the need for additional support.

3.    If the window referred to in Sentence (1) is provided with security bars, the security bars shall be openable from the inside without the use of any tools or special knowledge. 

It is recommended that the sills of the windows intended for use as emergency exits be not higher than 1.5 m above the floor.

If your windows do not meet the size requirements above for a bedroom window, call S.I.S.  We can cut the concrete, (called concrete coring) enlarge the opening and then install a window that meets the above requirements.  The window can be made to meet all fire code Egress requirements. Call us at 403-640-1334 for more details and information or e-mail us at contact@sisltd.ca.  We would be happy to give you an estimate.  

When considering whether to replace all of the windows in your home, choose a Window Wise Certified Contractor.  Window Wise is a nationally recognized quality assurance program designed to give homeowners peace of mind that their window investment will be a lasting one.  Window Wise approves window replacement manufacturers like North Star Windows and replacement window installation contractors like S.I.S. Exterior Renovations.


The five components of the Window Wise program:


1.    Approved windows:  S.I.S. must install windows that are Window Wise certified.  Window Wise enforces rigid quality standards before granting their seal of approval to a window manufacturer.  North Star windows are Window Wise certified and are the window of choice for all S.I.S. projects.
2.    Certified Contractors:  S.I.S. is a Certified Window Wise contractor.  S.I.S. meets the strict Window Wise standards and is subject to random inspections from Window Wise.
3.    Trained and Certified Installers:  All S.I.S. installers are trained and certified by Window Wise.  The Window Wise program insists that a certified installer must be present at every job.  For certification, an installer must successfully complete the comprehensive Window Wise installation training program. 
4.  Random Job Inspections:  S.I.S. is subject to random job inspections by Window Wise.  Window Wise randomly inspects certified installations to ensure standards are being maintained.  Window Wise installers know they are being continually monitored not just for workmanship but also for professionalism, work ethic and customer service.
5.  Quality Assurance Guarantee:  Your windows will be registered with the Window Wise program.  Your investment is insured for 5 years against failure by a transferable warranty.  This is in addition to the waranties provided by North Star Windows and S.I.S.


If you are looking to replace your windows, call a Window Wise Certified Dealer like S.I.S. to ensure that your investment is guaranteed and will last a lifetime. Contact us for a FREE quote at 403-640-1334 or e-mail us at contact@sisltd.ca.

Are you looking to replace the front door entry system on your home?  Are you looking for something upscale with classic styling or perhaps something very modern and minimalist?  Look no further than our Portatec custom exterior doors manufactured in Canada.  A beautiful Portatec entry door will give your home that distinguished look and style that you desire.

Portatec doors come in steel, wood or fibreglass.  Choose a painted steel door for the exterior of your home with a wood laminate on the inside. One look to match the outside of your house and an entirely different look made to coordinate with the interior style of your home.  Portatec steel doors are 22 gauge steel, which is significantly thicker than the other steel doors offered on the market.  All Portatec wood doors are protected with a factory applied stain available in 10 standard colours or clear varnish to protect the natural beauty of the wood.  Colour matching to your own stain sample is also available.  Choose from the following wood species: oak, birch, pine, mahogany, cherry and cedar.

Other options available are the exclusive line of decorative glass created by the Portatec team of experts, Noblesse mouldings, Granite Sills, and venting sidelights. Open the new door to your home. 

To view call us at 403-640-1334 or stop by our showroom.  For questions or comments e-mail us at contact@sisltd.ca.

For additional Portatec Door photos see our "Portatec Doors" album on Facebook.  "Like" us while your there!