For businesses in the northeast, snow and payroll taxes are inevitable. You know snow loads have to be monitored. You know snow must be removed. But perhaps you are not sure exactly what snow removal methods are best. So let’s answer the question, “What flat roof snow removal methods are there?”
Ah, winter! Beautiful blankets of lovely white snow! Crushing, heavy, wet snow on your commercial property’s roof. Dangerous, slippery, treacherous snow pushing down on your poor building’s flat roof. When the snow starts to fall, should you worry about all the snow piling up on your flat or low-slope roof? When should you take snow …
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Every roof has a lot to bear at times, but flat roofs face a particular set of challenges. Throw in the snow, freezing rain, and other unpredictable weather we’re hit with in the Massachusetts – Connecticut region, and you have a potentially serious problem on your hands.
The roof is one of the most important aspects of your property as it provides protection from the elements. You want your roof to save you energy expenses and last a long time. One way to prolong the lifespan of your property’s roof is by being proactive when it comes to snow removal.
Flat roofs and snow aren’t the best combinations. The weight of the snow and the water that runs off as snow thaws can cause all sorts of problems on the roof. Here’s what you need to know about your flat roof and snow removal.
Snow can be quite heavy, ranging from 3-5 pounds per square foot. The average commercial roof can support up to 4 feet of fresh snow before becoming strained.
The interesting thing about roof snow loads and ice problems and the clearing of snow and ice off flat roofs is that homeowners are much more apt to respond sooner to the need than our commercial and industrial roof snow removal clients. “Commercial and industrial buildings are much more susceptible to roof failure / roof …
As a commercial property owner or manager in the Northeast, you not only have to contend with wear and damage done to your roof by rain, wind and sun, you also have to factor in the effects of frozen precipitation like snow, sleet and ice. If you don’t have a strategy in place for snow …
Winter weather can take a toll on your commercial building’s flat roof, and the amount of snow we get here in the northeast is particularly concerning because of the stress that its weight puts on the roof. Learning about your roof’s snow load and the potential impact it has on the structure can help you …
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If you’re not prepared, our Connecticut winter weather can wreak havoc on your commercial roof and cause structural deterioration, water damage or even a devastating roof collapse. While you can’t control the weather, you can minimize the harm it does to your roof, building, and contents by taking these steps:
With another winter on the way, the roof on your commercial property will soon have to endure considerable stress from snow, ice, and slush. The time to get prepared for winters worst is now, well before the first flakes of snow begin to fly.
