Does Snow and Ice Affect My Roof?
With the cold temperatures and the snow and ice that we've already received here in the Ozarks’, have you thought about how snow and ice can affect your roof? As a homeowner, it’s important to understand how snow and ice can affect your roof to help avoid costly repairs. Read on to learn more from our roofing company at the Lake of the Ozarks ! Excess Weight on Your Roof One of the most common issues with snow and ice on your roof is the added weight. That excess weight can put a great deal of stress on your roof. Over time, that stress weakens the integrity of your roof. While it is unlikely to happen in Missouri, where extremely heavy snowfall is minimal, the possibility of a roof collapse is also possible. This is usually the result of an already weakened roof, and that's why it's important to have your roof inspected regularly by a Lake of the Ozarks roofing professional . Melting & Freezing Cycles Snow can damage your shingles by melting and then re-free...