Protect your Roof in Winter
Fall is almost over, and temperatures will soon be plummeting to an all-time low in the next few weeks. The cold weather
can be especially stressful for roof systems, especially if you live in areas which see heavy snow or...
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Protect your Roof in Winter
Fall is almost over, and temperatures will soon be plummeting to an all-time low in the next few weeks. The cold weather
can be especially stressful for roof systems, especially if you live in areas which see heavy snow or rainfall. This is the
perfect time to winterize your roof and save it from serious damage snow and icy winds can cause.
Tips to Winter-proof your Roof
1. Inspect your roof. Check everything from gutters, shingles, and pipes because they are exposed to changing
weather conditions every moment of every day. Inspecting the roofing system will help identify the problems and
the repairs you need to make before winter sets in.
2. Keep the gutters free from fallen leaves and debris because clogged gutters can trap water and lead to ice dams
after a snowfall.
3. Keep the roof free of leaves, debris, fallen twigs and branches, and garbage. Unclean roofs are more susceptible to
damages caused by leaks due to stagnant water.
4. Look for wet spots and
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