It's been a warm fall in Greater Boston, but we all know that Ol' Man Winter will be bringing snow and ice to Massachusetts sooner rather than later. While none of us can control the weather, New Stage Home Improvement can help you prevent snow and ice damage to your home's roof and siding. Our professional, insured team is here to help you manage the snow and ice load on your roof this winter.
Unless we really get dumped on, the cumulative snowfall in winter's early month's won't pose a risk to your roof. Fresh, fluffy snow isn't a huge danger. However, when that snow on your roof compacts over the course of the winter and new snow and ice is accumulates, your roof could be at risk of collapse. Our rule of thumb is that an inch of ice weighs the equivalent of a foot of fresh snow. That's approximately 5 pounds per square inch. Your roof can withstand approximately 20 pounds of pressure per square feet of snow.
As you can imagine, the weight of snow and ice can add up quickly. New Stage Home Improvement recommends homeowners remove snow from their roofs when it exceeds two feet in height. If the snow is particularly heavy, consider clearing your roof before two feet accumulates.
Ice dams are masses of ice that build up along your gutters. When left unaddressed, ice dams can cause leaks, rot, and structural damage to your home. Icicles can be a telltale sign that ice dams have formed or will form soon. So is a layer of bulky ice along your gutters. If you see either, it's time to call us to have your roof inspected and ice dams removed.
The New Stage Home Improvement team of snow and ice removal experts help homeowners in Greater Boston keep their roofs clear and safe all winter long. Our professional, insured crew is on call 24/7 for rooftop snow removal during the winter months. After we remove the snow and ice from your roof, we'll give your roof a thorough inspection to ensure it is free of damage.
New Stage Home Improvement is available for scheduled snow and ice removal as well as emergency service after a storm. You can get a free estimate for snow and ice removal on our website. Be sure to add us to your phone contacts in case you need emergency service. Our number is 888-405-8908.
Fill out the Free Estimate Form, or call us at (888) 405-8908 to set up a meeting