Ice Shield Installation for Your Roof
As homeowners, we always concern ourselves with the harsh weather that accompanies the winter season. The cold temperatures and build-up of snow and ice can cause a wide array of roofing problems. Snow and ice shield installation is one way to protect your roof from the worst Mother Nature has to offer. Snow is a beautiful thing, but not if it's sitting on our roof and costing us big bucks in repairs.
Snow & Ice Shield Protects Your Home
By choosing snow and ice shield installation, you will be protecting your home in an efficient and budget conscious way. You can also have snow guards installed, which will protect from heavy snow slide-offs. These guards will hold the snow in place to allow for controlled melting. If left alone, snow can cause a lot of weight on your roof and carries the potential to damage the structure of your roof. It can cause leaks, rotting and other problems. In addition, heating costs may rise due to the presence of moisture.
Hire A Professional Roofing Contractor
For this type of job, it's best to seek the assistance of a professional roofing contractor. Walking on the roof can be dangerous, especially if there is water, snow or ice. If the roof is wet in any way, it will become slippery and pose a risk to anyone working on it. Professional contractors know how to apply snow and ice shield installation and they will know to schedule such work on the best day possible in order to avoid working on a wet roof.
Roof Care and Maintenance
Regular maintenance and check-ups are key to promoting your roof's longevity. This is especially true during the winter months. Inspect the roof, or hire a professional to do it for you, several times each year. Be sure to conduct an inspection after any major snow storm and in early spring.
Applying Snow and Ice Shield Installation
When you are ready to apply snow and ice shield installation to you home, contact a qualified roofing contractor. When choosing a contractor, ask for references, confirm that the contractor is licensed, check with the local Better Business Bureau, etc. It's also important that the contractor provide you with a written proposal, which should detail the work needed, a budget and completion time. The contractor's duties should be clearly spelled out in order to avoid confusion. Ask for warranty information on any/all products that the contractor intends to use and make sure that you keep a copy of any such information. Finally, ask about liability insurance and for proof of its existence.
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by Steven Briesemeister. Reprinted courtesy of Roofer 911.com, roofing contractor serving Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, NY and northern Virginia.