What Are Snow Guards and Do I Need Them

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What Are Snow Guards and Do I Need Them
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• Snow guards are metal hardware that is attached
  to your roof to keep snow from sliding off of
  your house. They come in a number of shapes and
  sizes. Some look like long rails while others
  resemble little spikes. It is best to talk to an
  expert to figure out which type will work best
  for your roof.

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• You may be wondering why roof snow guards are
  used. After all, roofs are designed with a pitch
  in order to keep precipitation from building up.
  Isnt it a good thing when it slides off? The
  answer is-- its complicated. No, you dont want
  the snow to stay on your home forever. However,
  having it slide off in huge, icy sheets onto
  people and property below can be a huge safety
  hazard. Furthermore, this icy mess can slide down
  to the edges of your roof and get stuck in places
  where it can cause major damage to your gutters,
  and even develop into a leak into your home,
  causing extensive problems. Snow guards are used
  to keep frozen precipitation in place in a
  controlled manner so that it can melt and drain
  off of your home in the form of water, rather
  than ice.

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• The biggest question at hand is, does your house
  need these guards? This is firstly determined by
  where your property is located. Do you live
  somewhere with cold winters and heavy
  precipitation? If so, snow guards may be right
  for you.

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• The next thing to consider is the material of
  your roof. Metal roofs in particular are prone to
  issues in the winter. They are sturdy, but slick,
  allowing icy snow to easily slide down and create
  a hazard below. If this happens when a car or
  other valuable property is below, youre in for a
  huge expense or possibly even legal action, if it
  isnt your property. If a person is below, the
  result could be much worse, including injury or
  death. If you arent the one who is hurt, you may
  be held liable for what happens to the person
  that is. Other types of roofs, such an asphalt
  shingled roof, tend to hold snow in place better
  on their own. However, if your house has a very
  sharp pitch, some type of guards may still be
  necessary.

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• If you still arent sure whether or not your home
  requires snow guards, be sure to consult an
  expert. A professional installer will be able to
  answer your questions and give you a quote to
  consider.