Winter is a difficult season that puts roofs to the test. Frost, snow accumulations, and winter storms – they can all damage the roof.

You surely so not want to go up to the house to solve a problem that occurs during the winter, when it is very cold and the roof is slippery. Nor to deal with infiltrated water, exactly in the middle of the holiday celebrations, and to deal with repairs exactly when you are least in the mood to take care of them. Therefore, it is good to consider not only the preparation of the roof for the winter, but also its regular maintenance, even when it is cold outside.

The most common roof maintenance operation during the winter is snow removal. When snow accumulates in large quantities on the roof, it can cause different problems, from slipping down in large quantities and cause accidents, to ice formation, water infiltrations and problems to the roof`s structure.

Cleaning gutters and downspouts is another important roof winter maintenance operation, necessary to allow water to drain more easily.

To prevent potential damage from snow cleaning and ice removal, you can choose to install a de-icing system on your roof – it consists of cables that heat and melt snow, controlled by a thermostat. Such a system not only melts the snow accumulated on the house, but also ensures the drainage in optimal conditions of the water resulting from the melting, without involving (or damaging) the pluvial system.  Doing all these maintenance tasks can keep you from seeking Littleton roof repair for your home.