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Last time, we focused on removing snow off your driveway or sidewalk. Today, we are going to focus up higher.
The snow roof rake needs to be in your garage if you live in high snow volume areas.
Danger of snow and ice accumulation on rooftops
Snow and ice can collapse roofs and cause leaking. Older buildings have a greater risk of corrosion, which can weaken its structural integrity. Flat or low-sloped roofs will experience build-up causing vulnerability.
To help keep ice off roofs that are sloped, make sure attics are well ventilated so the snow on the roof does not melt and turn to ice. Melted snow and ice can enter a roof via the eaves and flat roofs can experience water damage..
Snow build up on walls can cause water damage if it melts and leaks in through improperly sealed windows. Basement drains, window wells, outside walls, and gutters need to be clear of any object that could cause them to clog.
10-12 inches of fresh snow or 3-5 inches of old or packed snow equal 1 inch of water and 5 lbs. of pressure for every square foot on a roof. Preventative building maintenance is crucial during the winter months to help avoid costly repairs.
Snow and ice accumulation solution
A sturdy snow roof rake will help you avoid structural damage or leaks. Most snow roof rakes will feature some of the following:
- 24-inch blade
- Polyethylene blade wont damage roof top
- Wide angled head for easy snow removal
- 3 sections of 5-feet ultra-light aluminum handles
- Anti-slip grip
- Telescoping
- Twist-N-Lock
- Roof surface safe
Recommendation
Our recommendation is more that you have one! First, there are many snow rakes to choose from. Having one ready during winter is your first step! You can find several in various places online. To help, here are a few links of some that we have found. They can be found at Home Depot, Lowes and Amazon!
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This tool is so important. It saves money by taking snow off the roof so nothing gets damaged and helps with safety making sure no snow falls on someone, hurting them.