Rooftop snow & ice removal

Professional Snow Removal: Protecting Your Roof's Integrity

While municipal plows handle the roads and you manage your driveway, the heavy snow accumulation on your roof is a serious challenge that demands professional attention. Ignoring it can lead to significant and costly damage.

The Dangers of Heavy Roof Snow

The weight of accumulated snow and ice puts tremendous stress on your roofing system and the entire structure of your home. This stress can lead to:

Structural Damage: In extreme cases, the sheer weight can compromise the integrity of your roof, potentially leading to a roof collapse. While rare, it is a risk not worth taking.
Long-Term Wear and Tear: Year after year, the sustained weight and freeze-thaw cycles compound the stress on your roofing materials, flashing, and underlying structure. This accelerates aging and can eventually lead to costly leaks or a premature roof failure.
Ice Dam Formation: Heavy snow often leads to the formation of ice dams, which trap melting water, forcing it under your shingles and into your attic and walls. (You'll want to address this in your ice removal section.)

At Roofmaster, we help keep your roof in prime condition for years to come. Our experienced team safely and efficiently removes dangerous snow buildup, mitigating the risks and preserving your roof's structural integrity.

Don't let snow stress your roof. Contact Roofmaster today for safe and reliable snow removal services!

Ice Removal: Eliminating Dangerous Ice Dams

Ice is a major culprit for severe roof issues during Canadian winters. The primary concern is the formation of ice dams, which are ridges of ice that build up at the edge of your roof, disrupting proper drainage.

The Danger of Ice Dams

During the fluctuating winter weather, snow on your roof melts (often due to heat escaping from your attic). As this water runs down to the colder eaves, it refreezes, creating large blockages. This trapped water then pools and is forced under your shingles, leading to:

Serious Leaks: Water penetration into your attic, walls, and ceilings.
Structural Damage: Rot and mold growth inside your home's structure.
Gutter Damage: The heavy weight of the ice can tear gutters right off the fascia.

Roofmaster's Solution

We recommend regular assessment and removal of ice buildup throughout the season to prevent this costly damage. At Roofmaster, we specialize in the safe, effective removal of even the toughest ice blockages and dams using proven, non-damaging methods.

Protect your home from water damage this winter. Call Roofmaster today to schedule your ice and snow removal service!