How To Prepare Your Roof to Survive Canadian Winter

Canadians winters can be extremely harsh and cruel. Heavy snowfalls and the severe cold force you to make sure your home is prepared to survive winter.

 If not prepared and maintained properly during the winter months, your home will force the threat of potential damage.

 The number one priority during winter is the roof. It protects your home from all kinds of weather elements, so make sure to invest in it.

Read on to learn more about how to best prepare your roof to survive Canadian winter.

Clear Snow Whenever Needed

With so much snow continuously falling, it’s best to pay more attention to the status of your roof. You should first remove the snow if there are over 2 feet piled on it.

Neglecting snow or ice that builds up on your roof can cause several problems such as leaks and exterior damage.

 Sticky doors, cracks on walls, and sagging ceilings are all signs of your roof being ruined by snow.

Use Proper Equipment

As we mentioned above, it’s important to remove the snow that accumulates on your roof regularly, but how do you do it?

 When it comes to clearing snow off your roof, it’s essential to use the proper equipment. Failing to use proper equipment create a threat for you and your home.

Climbing on your roof with a shovel is extremely dangerous, and you can also cause damage to the eaves on your way up and the shingles while you’re attempting to shovel the snow off.

 Investing in either a telescopic snow shovel or a roof rake is recommended. This piece of equipment, only costing you around $50, will enable you to stay on the ground while also clearing the snow off your roof.

 If you’re not certain of your ability to clear the snow off your roof, a pro will be happy to do it for you.

Keep an Eye on Your Gutters

Your gutters are designed to keep your home dry during a melt. If you do not see any water going through your downspouts, it could be a sign of a blocked or even damaged gutter.

With the water not flowing through the gutter, it means that it is seeping somewhere else, maybe into your house. If you notice anything wrong with your gutter system contact a pro as soon as possible to take care of the problem.

Report Any Damage to Shingles

Strong storms, high winds, and snow may flip, tear, or crack your shingles.

Your shingles are designed to protect your house from weather elements in the winter, make sure to check your roof and the shingles for any signs of damage.

If left unrepaired, it may cause leaks, and the wood under your shingles could rot, costing you more money to repair a lot more damage.

Winter in Canada can be hard to manage, and if we’re not properly prepared, our homes can suffer damages. Taking more precautions and regularly checking the condition of your roof, will help you and your home feel more prepared to go through winter.

 Following these tips and getting connected with a pro will help you prepare and maintain your roof during the winter.