{"id":8146,"date":"2008-06-21T11:12:39","date_gmt":"2008-06-21T17:12:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/?p=2512"},"modified":"2025-08-25T11:05:40","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T17:05:40","slug":"long-term-solutions-for-dangerous-roof-snow-and-ice-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.warmzone.com\/blog\/articles\/long-term-solutions-for-dangerous-roof-snow-and-ice-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Long Term Solutions for Dangerous Roof Snow and Ice"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many of us are diligent about keeping our walkways and driveways free from snow and ice, but we often overlook the hazards of snow and ice build-up on our roofs. If you live<\/span> an area<\/span> plagued with heavy snowfall, the accumulation of snow and ice on your roof can cause major structural<\/span> damage, especially if you own an older home; not to mention the increased risk of serious injury resulting from falling ice. Finding an inexpensive long term solution, such as a radiant heating roof de-icing system<\/a><\/b>, is essential to the structural<\/span> integrity of your home as well as the safety of you and your guests.<\/p>\n

According to the Institute for Business and Home Safety, most roofs are able to withstand around 20-pounds per square<\/span> foot. This means your roof should not exceed 4 feet of new snow, 2 feet of old snow, or one inch of ice. To find out exactly how much weight your roof was designed to withstand, refer to your building design plan.<\/p>\n

An even bigger danger is the formation of ice dams on roofs, usually caused by a warm attic melting snow, causing water to run<\/span> down and refreeze near the roof gutter<\/span>. Ice builds up and blocks regular drainage, allowing water to seep down and damage the attic and walls. The heavy ice formations on the eaves<\/span> caused by ice dams are the most significant safety risks for businesses and home owners.<\/p>\n

Manual roof snow and ice removal is dangerous business and can increase the chances of damage to the roof. Most safety and disaster prevention organizations recommend hiring a professional contractor to do the removal, but this only provides a one time, short term solution to the problem.<\/p>\n

A roof de-icing system, such as Warmzone<\/span>’s low-voltage roof heating<\/a> systems, mount discreetly under the shingles (or metal) of the eaves<\/span> and\/or valleys of your roof, preventing the formation of ice dams. The option to heat the entire roof is also available. Warmzone<\/span> also offers self-regulating radiant heat<\/span> cable installed in channels of aluminum panels for maximum heat transfer<\/span> to heat roof eaves<\/span><\/a>. The system eliminates dangerous ice forming and greatly reduces the risk of damage to your roof. You will be able to skip the cost of hiring a professional contractor to remove snow after each heavy storm.<\/p>\n

Self-regulating heat cable<\/a> systems are surprisingly simple to install, offer maintenance free snow and ice removal, and best of all, they are efficient and have low operating costs. Investing in a roof de-icing system also raises the value of your home and extend the life of your roof.<\/p>\n

Other preventive measures should be taken before snow begins to fall, such as clearing debris from all drainage systems. During winter months, it is important to keep your window wells and walls free of snow. Simple maintenance and the installation of a roof de-icing system will go a long way towards protecting your home or business from natural disasters, and eliminate the possibility of injury caused by falling ice.<\/p>\n

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About Warmzone<\/span><\/b>
\nWarmzone<\/span> provides consumers with energy-efficient, radiant heating solutions for homes and businesses. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Warmzone<\/span>’s electricians and radiant heat<\/span> experts will help you determine the best radiant heating solution, ranging from heated floors to large commercial snow and ice melt projects. Send us a plan or drawings and we’ll be happy to provide you with a FREE estimate<\/a> <\/b>and options for your roof heating<\/span> and ice melting<\/a><\/b> project.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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