Will Snow And Ice Hurt My Roof?

Sitting by the window to watch the unique snowflakes dancing outside in the cold can be a charming and relaxing activity, but too much snow and ice may not be as harmless as they seem. In fact, snow and ice can be very dangerous for your home’s roofing system.

Your roofing system can suffer from the heavy weight of snow and ice, and therefore get damaged due to excessive pressure and humidity. Snow can get accumulated, causing the formation of water pools on top of your roof. Ice blocks and dams can increase in size, after they melt and re-freeze, and therefore get even more dangerous for your home’s structure.

Water accumulations can cause your roof to crack and therefore make leaks develop in your roof, making it possible for water to get inside your home and lead to even more damage.

It is always an excellent idea to have your roofing system inspected by a professional team and have your Centennial roof repair done in early Spring before winter comes. Another good idea is to invest in special tools for removing snow, such as snow rakes or roof razors.

As far as ice dams are concerned, you can either do things to prevent them, or get rid of them with the help of a professional team.