Winter And Your Roof

Your roof protects you from the elements, but sometimes it needs you to take care of it instead. Three offenders, specifically, can damage your roof more easily than most others: hail, ice, and snow. Here, we’ll outline how each can wreak havoc on your roof:

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Hail:

The dangers of hail become obvious when you see how big it can get. Any hail over the size of a golf ball can potentially cause dents or just take of shingles off of your roof. Because of this, your roof needs an inspection after every hail storm.

Snow:

The danger of snow comes from the fact that it can accumulate much more in certain places than others. 6 inches of snow may turn into 2 or more feet on spots where your roof suddenly raises. Because of this, weight becomes an issue that can damage your roof.

Ice:

Ice may actually prove to be the most damaging wintry byproduct, especially when it rains right before temperatures drop to freezing. When this happens, water enters small crevices and then expands when it turns into ice. The damage this causes shouldn’t get understated.

 

Make sure you keep an eye out for all of these sources of damage. If you need repairs for your roof, Cincinnati Gutters & Roofing can help. To find out more, talk to one of our representatives at (513) 563-9988.