Roofer problem has sudden reversal . . .

Ah yes . . with so many problems in the last few months, it was great to get some good news . . this time about our roof.

For those who weren't aware, our roof developed a leak over the kitchen (which is an addition and has a nearly flat roof) - even though we had gone to some extraordinary measures (and $5300, and 16 months later). We had a heck of a time getting the roofing company to honour the 10-year guarantee. After 4 detailed letters of documentation, consultation with building inspector, building code officer, civil engineer and a myriad of phone-calls, it didn't look promising. But out of the blue, we received a letter letting us know the company would re-do the entire flat roof, using the more expensive (and durable) "Grace" roofing. I have to still re-do the kitchen ceiling, but I'd prefer to do it myself. Very, very grateful to see!

Above: Original flat roof replacement; as it looks now (before replacement work)
(You can check out earlier photos of the house on the "Archives" section, just under "Previous Posts" on the right-hand page of the blog)