Keep snow and ice from hurting your roof!
Handling Problems Cause By Winter Weather As we take a look at the first snow of 2014, we think about all the dangers winter weather can cause and how to prevent problem situations. Heavy snow accumulation and ice accumulation can bring the need for roofing repairs at the Lake of the Ozarks . With a couple months of winter left, there is always the possibility of more snow causing major damage. We urge you to clear your roofs and decks to prevent structural damage. Here are some winter roof protection tips from homesessive.com : Snow Covered Roofs are Dangerous Although snow covered buildings bring winter charm, they can also be very dangerous. Snow may seem light and fluffy, but when mixed with rain, snow and ice on your roof can become very heavy. In fact, just 2 feet of snow on an average sized roof can be the equivalent of 38,000 pounds or 19 tons! To make matters worse, snow melting can cause water seepage which can lead to a rotting roof, destroyed insul...