When the skies open up and begin to release their snowfall this winter, 99% of the people in Monticello, MN will get out their snow shovels and clean up the walkways. They will shovel and salt, and go to great lengths to clean up their property so that they will still be able to move around easily no matter what the snows bring. Unfortunately, one thing they will rarely consider is their roof. Let’s not forget what happened to the Metrodome last year.
While collapsing roofs are rare, they can easily occur when certain elements all line up. Snows can be heavy with water and ice that can back up in the gutters, causing ice dams that prevent the natural process of melting and draining away. A mixture of snow, rain, hail and sleet can combine to create an almost impossible situation for homeowners, leaving them with a literal ton of water on the roof. Water weighs approximately 8 pounds per gallon. Try to calculate how many gallons are sitting up there, after a 3 foot snowfall- and if ice dams prevent it from draining away, you could have all the conditions for the perfect storm.
However, with the right Minneapolis based roofing company, you can be prepared for whatever comes along this year. There are a few things to notice about your home that will tell you if you are in danger of heavy snows this year. One of them is windows that are hard to open. If your windows or doors make a cracking sound when they are being opened or pop at any time, this is a sure sign that your home is settling and could be compromised.
If you notice any interior headers or rafters that are bowed or look like there are slightly twisted, this is considered a true roofing emergency, and you should contact your roofer right away. As houses settle, they will disperse the weight to load bearing framing and walls. If yours is straining under this pressure, a heavy snow could be the straw that breaks the camel’s back.
Fortunately, this situation can be corrected. At Iron River Construction we have over 15 years of experience rebuilding, and restoring damaged properties, and we understand how to save your happy home. Don’t let another season go by without a complimentary roofing inspection this year. With the winter upon us now, there is no reason to be weary of heavy snow and ice. We are glad to introduce ourselves, and earn the right to be called ‘your roofing company’. Give us a call today. 952-442-1762
