During seasons with significant snowfall, the sheer weight of accumulated snow poses a high risk of damage to your roof. As snow and ice accumulate on your roof, ice dams, roof structure damage, and (in extreme cases) cave-ins become more likely to occur. If you think snow and ice may have already damaged your roof, it’s a good idea to schedule a roof inspection with a licensed professional before any existing issues get worse.

If you think snow and ice may have damaged your home’s roof, contact Local Yellow Pages Roofers at (855) 420-8572 to schedule a roof inspection.

Removing Snow From Your Roof Carefully and Safely

In most cases, you can remove snow from your roof on your own, but the key is to do it carefully and safely. Here are some tips and tricks to help get the job done:

• Once the snow is about 6 inches deep on your roof, you should remove it. As you remove the snow, leave around 2 inches of snow on your roof to insulate it from damage.
• If your home is one story, stand on the ground and use a snow rake to clear off your roof. If you have a two-story home, clear as much snow as you can with the rake while standing on the ground.
• Keep an eye out for overhead power lines as you work, and be sure not to accidentally hit them.
• Ensure that any snow you remove from your roof won’t block driveways, walkways, the exterior doors of your house, or your gutters’ downspouts.
• If you aren’t able to remove all the snow from your roof with the rake, your roof will need to be shoveled by a professional.
• Never use mechanical snow removal devices, like snow blowers, on your roof.
• Do not use salt on your roof, as it will damage and discolor your roofing.

Need help caring for your roof? Call the roof experts at Local Yellow Pages Roofers at (855) 420-8572. We’re here whenever you need us.